Opposition Archives: 04/2026

Manchester City’s progression to the FA Cup final has provided a little more clarity on their Premier League run-in, with Arsenal’s fixtures also largely now sorted.

Arsenal could face a weakened Newcastle side on Saturday, with Anthony Gordon a doubt and Tino Livramento facing a lengthy spell out.

Newcastle United’s Joelinton has received a suspension, ruling him out of their upcoming match away to Arsenal.

Rodri will miss Manchester City’s clash with Burnley, offering Arsenal a small boost as Pep Guardiola’s side chase top spot in the title race.

Manchester City are expected to be without Ruben Dias against Arsenal, although Pep Guardiola has been boosted by Nico O’Reilly’s return.

Jeremy Doku believes Manchester City’s match against Arsenal this weekend is a potential title-decider, and he expects the Gunners to put up a fight.

UEFA named Sporting’s Maxi Araujo in its Team of the Week after he set a new fouling record against Arsenal without receiving a booking.

Luis Suarez has fired a warning before Arsenal face Sporting, insisting the Portuguese side will attack the quarter-final first leg without fear.

Arsenal have been handed a boost before facing Sporting, with captain Morten Hjulmand suspended and a midfield reshuffle now expected in Lisbon.

Sporting are managing injuries and tailoring their defence for Arsenal, with Nuno Santos expected to miss the first leg and Ivan Fresneda still a doubt.

Chelsea have suspended Enzo Fernandez for two matches, meaning the midfielder will miss next weekend’s Premier League clash with Manchester City.