Arsenal faced off against Brighton and Hove Albion at the American Express Community Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a positive result on the road in the Premier League. The Gunners made a strong start to the game and got their noses ahead in the ninth minute thanks to Bukayo Saka’s effort. Mikel Arteta’s men went into the half-time break 1-0 up on the scoreline.
The North London club controlled the game well in the second 45 minutes and earned a narrow 1-0 win away from home.
Let’s take a look at how each [Arsenal](https://the4thofficial.net/category/leagues/english-premier-league/arsenal/) player fared during the clash against the Seagulls.
**GK: David Raya – 7/10**
Raya made a few solid saves at the back and did well to keep a clean sheet tonight.
**RB: Jurrien Timber – 7.5/10**
He was a positive influence at both ends of the pitch and has got an assist to show for his efforts.
**CB: Cristhian Mosquera – 7/10**
Mosquera performed his defensive duties well and did enough to secure the shutout.
**CB: Gabriel – 8/10**
He made a lot of crucial clearances on the defensive end of the field.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND – MARCH 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, applauds the fans following the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Arsenal at Amex Stadium on March 04, 2026 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
**LB: Piero Hincapie – 7.5/10**
He gave a good account of himself defensively and made one good run with the ball.
**CM: Martin Zubimendi – 7/10**
Zubimendi anchored the midfield well but offered very little going forward.
**CM: Declan Rice – 7.5/10**
He caught the eye at times on both halves.
**RW: Bukayo Saka – 7.5/10**
Saka managed to cause a few headaches for his marker and scored the only goal of the game in the ninth minute.
**CAM: Eberechi Eze – 6.5/10**
He came back to defend when he could, but lacked quality in the final third.
**LW: Gabriel Martinelli – 6/10**
Martinelli was quiet for most of his time on the field.
**ST: Viktor Gyokeres – 6/10**
He made one key chance in the final third, but never looked like he would score.
**Substitutes:**
**CM: Kai Havertz – 6/10**
Havertz was not shy of having a strike at goal.
**LW: Leandro Trossard – 6.5/10**
He was a threat up top.
**LB: Riccardo Calafiori – 6/10**
Calafiori was solid at the back.
**CM: Christian Norgaard – 6/10**
His impact on the game was minimal.