Arsenal Aims to Extend Seven-Point Lead as They Host Everton in Premier League

Arsenal will host Everton at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 14, in a Premier League Matchday 30 fixture. Referee Andy Madley will officiate the match, where both teams will be looking to secure three crucial points.

Arsenal currently leads the league table with 67 points, holding a seven-point advantage over their closest rivals, Manchester City. Everton, meanwhile, sits in eighth place with 43 points. There is a difference in games played, with the visitors having played 29 matches compared to the home side's 30.

Historically, Arsenal has the upper hand with 20 victories compared to Everton's 7 wins, with 7 draws between the sides. Their last encounter on December 20, 2025, saw the London club emerge victorious with a clean sheet, winning 1-0. In terms of recent form, the hosts have recorded four wins and one draw, while Everton has secured three wins and suffered two defeats.

Arsenal is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with David Raya, Declan Rice, and Bukayo Saka among the anticipated starters for the match. Team absences include Martin Odegaard due to injury, expected to return in late March, Mikel Merino, who is sidelined until late May, and Leandro Trossard, whose fitness remains doubtful.

Conversely, Everton is anticipated to adopt the same tactical setup, with Jordan Pickford, James Tarkowski, and Dwight McNeil expected to feature in their proposed starting lineup. Their list of absentees includes Seamus Coleman and Carlos Jonas Alcaraz, both out with injuries until late March, while Jack Grealish is expected to be sidelined until early May.

The match will be broadcast live on beIN Sports HD 3 and beIN Sports HD 2, and will also be available for streaming on the TOD Platform and beIN SPORTS CONNECT Platform.