Predicted Arsenal lineup vs West Ham - Premier League

Arsenal welcome West Ham to the Emirates Stadium
Ready to lead his side
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Arsenal take on West Ham in their first London derby of the season on Saturday afternoon.

The Gunners managed a 2-0 win over Olympiacos in their last outing to make it two wins from two in the Champions League. Gabriel Martinelli put them ahead with a first half tap-in before Bukayo Saka secured the three points with a finish from a tight angle in added time.

While the Hammers don't pose the same threat they once did, Mikel Arteta will not be willing to take any risks for this game. As his side look to catch up to league leaders Liverpool, he will should send a strong side onto the Emirates pitch tomorrow.

Here's how Arsenal could line up when they take on West Ham.


Predicted Arsenal lineup vs West Ham (4-3-3)

Eberechi Eze
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Goalkeeper & Defenders

David Raya (GK) - Another brilliant performance in midweek erases any doubts (there absolutely weren't any) about his spot so he will start once again.

Jurrien Timber (RB) - Amid reports he is in talks over a new contract, he will continue on the right side of defence as he takes back the starting position from Ben White.

William Saliba (CB) - Now back to his best after a shaky return from injury, he should start as one half of the trusty duo.

Gabriel Magalhaes (CB) - After going off injured against Olympiacos, it's a wait-and-see situation over whether he starts, but he should be able to recover in time to return against the Hammers.

Riccardo Calafiori (LB) - Afforded a full rest last time out, he will come back in at left back and hope to continue his good start to the season.


Midfielders

Martin Ødegaard (CM) - His performance against Olympiacos was simply brilliant and he has to start once again at the weekend.

Martín Zubimendi (CM) - He did what he does best in the Champions League and will look to do the same as he continues at the base of midfield against West Ham.

Declan Rice (CM) - With two poor home performances against his former side in the past, he should be looking to change his luck as he plays from the off on Saturday.


Forwards

Bukayo Saka (RW) - He should be boosted after his goal in midweek so he has to start if he wants to build a good run of form.

Viktor Gyökeres (ST) - Having scored against weaker sides so far this campaign, he should thrive in this game and use it as a chance to build some confidence.

Eberechi Eze (LW) - While his impressive performances have come from a midfield position, he will return to the wing for this game with Gabriel Martinelli playing a role from the bench.

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