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- The Arsenal vs Brighton Carabao Cup match will be played at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday October 29.
- Kickoff is at 10:45 PM EAT.
EPL table-toppers Arsenal are back in action on Wednesday night as they host Brighton & Hove Albion in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup 2025 at the Emirates Stadium.
With the quarterfinals on the horizon, Arsenal eased past Port Vale 2–0 in the third round, courtesy of goals from Eberechi Eze and Leandro Trossard, while Brighton dismantled Oxford United with an emphatic 6–0 triumph.
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Everything seems to be falling perfectly into place for Arsenal this season.
They currently sit top of the Premier League, four points clear with 22 points from a possible 27, fresh from a 1-0 weekend win over Crystal Palace.
Their position was further strengthened after rivals Liverpool and Manchester City dropped points.
Mikel Arteta’s squad is also enjoying a ten-match unbeaten streak in this competition, boasting seven consecutive wins and three draws. Their last defeat dates all the way back to August, a narrow 1-0 loss to Liverpool.
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The Gunners’ backline has also been exceptionally well-organized, managing five consecutive clean sheets across all competitions.
As for the Seagulls, they have been dominant in the EFL Cup, achieving a historic pair of 6-0 victories over Oxford and Barnsley. However, their league form has been less convincing.
Fabian Hurzeler’s men have secured just 12 points from a possible 27 this season, with only three wins placing them 13th in the table.
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They suffered a 4-2 defeat over the weekend against a dominant and resurgent Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Therefore, despite their league struggles, Brighton will be aiming to make a strong statement in the League Cup this season.
Here are the key details for the Arsenal vs Brighton match on Wednesday night.
What time does Arsenal vs Brighton kick off?
Arsenal will host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, October 29, for the fourth Round of the Carabao Cup.
Kick-off is set for 20:45 PM EAT.
Arsenal vs Brighton team news
Gabriel Martinelli and William Saliba will continue to be sidelined by Arteta as they recover from their respective injuries.
They are joined by Noni Madueke, Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, and Kai Havertz, who are all nursing knee problems and will miss Wednesday’s action.
The squad has received a boost, however, as Declan Rice and Calafiori have been cleared to play.
For the visitors, Kaoru Mitoma will still be unavailable as he suffers from an ankle injury, while Joel Veltman will also be missing.
Jack Hinshelwood, Solly March, and Adam Webster are also among the key players absent for the Seagulls.
Gunners vs Seagulls possible line-ups
- Arsenal: Raya, White, Hincapie, Mosquera, Lewis-Skelly, Eze, Norgaard, Merino, Nwaneri, Trossard Gyokeres.
- Brighton: Steele, Wieffer, Dunk, Boscagli, De Cuyper Baleba, Ayari, Gomez, Rutter, Minteh, Welbeck
Arsenal vs Brighton head-to-head records and current forms
Arsenal and Brighton have become familiar foes since the Seagulls established themselves as a Premier League force. There have now been 32 competitive clashes between the two clubs.
Seventeen of those have been won by Arsenal, while Brighton have a respectable eight victories to their name, with another seven meetings ending in a draw.
Their most recent encounters last season both concluded as 1-1 stalemates.
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Head-to-Head Record
- Total Meetings: 32
- Arsenal Wins: 17
- Draws: 7
- Brighton Wins: 8
Recent 7 meetings in all Competitions
- Brighton 1-1 Arsenal (Premier League)
- Arsenal 1-1 Brighton (Premier League)
- Brighton 0-3 Arsenal (Premier League)
- Arsenal 2-0 Brighton (Premier League)
- Arsenal 0-3 Brighton (Premier League)
- Brighton 2-4 Arsenal (Premier League)
- Arsenal 1-3 Brighton (EFL Cup Third Round)
Current Form (All Competitions)
- Arsenal: WWWWW
- Brighton: DWWDWL
Arsenal vs Brighton Prediction
The Gunners will enter this match as the clear favorites to advance to the quarter-finals.
They are buoyed not only by home advantage but also by a formidable run of form that gives them the confidence to take on any opponent.
For Brighton, their impressive record in the Carabao Cup this season means they will be determined to secure a result and progress to the next stage.
Therefore, fans should expect a very tight, end-to-end contest with goals expected, despite Arsenal’s recent reputation as a difficult side to break down.