Arsenal have the chance to move six points clear at the summit of the Premier League when they take on Fulham tonight.
Eberechi Eze’s stunning winner was enough to seal a big win at home to Newcastle United this time last week at a nervy Emirates while Manchester City were occupied with their FA Cup semi-final.
With Pep Guardiola’s side not in action until Monday – a very tricky assignment away to Everton – the Gunners have a huge chance to pull clear again.
Fulham are still bang in the race for European qualification and after beating Aston Villa last time out, are after another big result.
How much have Arsenal got left in the tank after that draining midweek battle with Atletico Madrid? We are about to find out.
Metro’s LIVE matchday blog will bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and starting XIs, goal updates and minute-by-minute coverage.
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May 2, 2026 4:19 pm
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May 2, 2026 4:19 pm
Arsenal team to face Fulham
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Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Rice, Lewis-Skelly, Saka, Eze, Trossard, Gyokeres
Subs: Kepa, Mosquera, Hincapie, Jesus, Martinelli, Norgaard, Madueke, Zubimendi, Dowman
May 2, 2026 4:18 pm
Fulham team to face Arsenal
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Leno, Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson, Reed, Lukic, Wilson, Smith Rowe, Chukwueze, Jimenez
Subs: Lesomete, Tete, Diop, Cuenca, Cairney, King, Bobb, Jusi-Asare, Muniz
May 2, 2026 4:12 pm
How Arsenal could line up tonight
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With Kai Havertz out, Viktor Gyokeres is expected to lead the line.
The Swede has struggled as of late but turned in one of his best performances for the club against Atletico midweek, one that will fully justify his return to the side tonight.
May 2, 2026 4:09 pm
Fulham without three stars
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Ryan Sessegnon, Alex Iwobi and Kevin are absent from the Cottagers this evening.
Emile Smith Rowe is available to face his former side.
May 2, 2026 4:06 pm
Arseal team news tonight
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Arsenal will remain without Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber this evening.
Havertz limped off after 34 minutes in last weekend’s victory over Newcastle United, heading straight down the tunnel for treatment.
The Germany international missed the Champions League semi-final first leg with Atletico Madrid as a result having started his side’s last two matches and remains unavailable this evening.
Timber meanwhile has missed Arsenal’s last nine games, also with a groin issue.
May 2, 2026 4:03 pm
Arsenal vs Fulham live stream
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You can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event with streaming also available through the Sky Go app and NOW TV for subscribers.
May 2, 2026 4:01 pm
Arsenal vs Fulham kick-off time
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We are scheduled to get underway at 5:30m sharp tonight.
May 2, 2026 4:00 pm
Good afternoon!
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The panic has eased ever so slightly around the Emirates over the last week. Another win tonight would be a huge step towards the Premier League glory they are so desperate for.
All your team news and build-up is on the way.
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