Brighton v Arsenal line-ups: Arteta names a side without Saliba!
Published on Thursday, 5 March 2026 at 6:21 am
Amex Stadium, Matchday 29 – Brighton & Hove Albion and Arsenal have revealed their starting XIs for a pivotal Premier League clash that could shape the race for European places. Mikel Arteta has made a notable omission, leaving William Saliba out of his matchday squad, forcing a defensive reshuffle for the visitors.
The Seagulls, buoyed by recent home form, stick with the XI that has served manager Roberto De Zerbi well in recent weeks, looking to capitalise on any uncertainty in an Arsenal back line missing the influential French centre-back.
With both sides desperate for three points, the tactical battle begins at kick-off, where Brighton’s high-tempo pressing will test an Arsenal rearguard now deprived of Saliba’s pace and aerial presence.
Team sheets in full:
Brighton XI
Arsenal XI
The article was translated for global readership ahead of the evening kick-off.
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