Arsenal vs Sheffield is live in 168 countries on October 04, 2020: here's how to watch it

October 3, 2020 By Ali M.

Topics: TV Schedules, Arsenal, Sheffield United, English Premier League

Last season, the Blades picked up four points in the league against the Gunners. Will Arteta’s men return to winning ways in the Premier League vs Chris Wilder’s side? Live Soccer TV's preview gives you match facts, team news, and global broadcast listings for Arsenal vs Liverpool.

Preview – Arsenal vs Sheffield

Arsenal bounced back from their Premier League Anfield defeat in their League Cup rematch three days later, beating Liverpool on penalties in the round of 16. However, the focus now shifts back to the top-flight, with the Gunners preparing to host Sheffield United on Sunday. The objective is simple: beat the Blades and return to winning ways. The 3-1 loss to Klopp's men ended the north London giants' perfect start to the 2020/21 campaign but three victories from their first four fixtures is still a respectable feat.

Last season, Chris Wilder's side picked up four points across the two league run-ins with Aubameyang and Co. Unfortunately, Sheffield have not begun the season well this time around. After three Matchdays, not only are Lundstram and Co. without a point, but they are also yet to score a single goal, losing 2-0 in the opening game followed by back-to-back 1-0 defeats.

Regardless, Mikel Arteta spoke highly of Sheffield and their manager after Arsenal's encounter with Liverpool, hailing the job Wilder has done in bringing them to the Premier League and keeping them in the top-flight. Additionally, the Spanish tactician stressed how his side are far off from being the complete package, pointing out how long Klopp needed to build his rampant side.

Victory against the Blades would be another positive result for Arteta. It will be interesting to see who he fields and whether Saka or Pepe could return to the lineup ahead of Willian who has been poor in the last two fixtures. Additionally, the boss will have one eye on the transfer window, which closes on Monday. Keep your eyes out for this fixture.

Team news

Arsenal: This game comes too soon for Pablo Mari and Emile Smith Rowe, who are only expected to return after the international break. Mustafi, Chambers, and Martinelli, on the other hand, won't be back for some time. Lucas Torreira is completing a move to Atletico Madrid and has bid farewell to the north London giants. Kolasinac has also been linked with an exit but it remains unclear whether he will complete an Emirates Stadium exit.

Sheffield: Jack O'Connell is out and could be sidelined for the rest of the season after picking up a serious knee injury. John Egan is back from suspension. Rhian Brewster has joined the Blades from Liverpool but this fixture comes too soon. Lys Mousset is also unavailable for this fixture.

Key stats

Arsenal are winless in their last three league encounters with Sheffield (D1, L2).
The Gunners are unbeaten in their last 10 home encounters vs Sheffield (W8, D2).
The Blades look to go four straight league games without defeat vs the Gunners for the first time since March 1965.