ARSENAL look to wrap up a stunning 2022 when they play in the final Premier League match of the year against Brighton.
Though the Seagulls have already defeated the Gunners this season – a 3-1 win in the Carabao Cup third round at the Emirates.
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Arsenal will finish the year at the top of the Premier League after making a terrific start to the season.
And the Gunners continued where they had left off in their first match back since the World Cup, with a 3-1 comeback win over West Ham.
While Brighton defeated Southampton in the Prem but lost on penalties to Charlton in the Carabao Cup since domestic football resumed.
The game is the final of six huge Premier League clashes on New Year’s Eve, which start with Wolves vs Manchester United.
When is Brighton vs Arsenal?
Brighton vs Arsenal takes place on Saturday, December 31.
The match kicks off at 5.30pm UK time.
Brighton’s AMEX Stadium plays host.
What TV channel and live stream is Brighton vs Arsenal on?
Brighton vs Arsenal will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Sky begin their coverage at 5pm.
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What is the team news?
Takehiro Tomiyasu is back in training ahead of the trip to Brighton.
Tomiyasu’s World Cup adventure with Japan in Qatar came to an end in the last 16 when they lost to Croatia on penalties.
And the defender declared he needed to take some time off before rejoining Arsenal’s group.
Emile Smith Rowe is closing in on his return to action, though the Brighton clash could be too soon.
While Brighton’s Argentinian World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister has been given two weeks off by the club and will not feature.
What are the odds?
Brighton to win: 5/2
Arsenal to win: 11/10
Draw: 13/5
Odds via Betfair
