The Emirates Stadium hosts an intriguing all-Premier League clash in the EFL Cup fourth round as Arsenal face Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.
Arsenal are on strong run of form in the league and Europe, but they have several key players sidelined with injury, which will test their squad depth. Mikel Arteta’s side is currently on a 10-game unbeaten streak with their last loss in all competitions coming against Liverpool on Matchday 3 of the league.
Brighton, despite also having notable injury concerns, have been sensational in the EFL Cup, having demolished their previous two opponents 6-0. However, they come into the clash after a 4-2 league loss to Manchester United, which ended their five-game unbeaten streak.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the weekly schedule.
Arsenal vs. Brighton live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this EFL Cup match in the U.S.:
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: Paramount+
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. However, streaming options are available on Paramount+, with new users able to sign up to a FREE trial.
What time does Arsenal vs. Brighton kick off?
This EFL Cup clash takes place at Emirates Stadium in London, England, and kicks off on Wednesday, October 29 at 7:45 p.m. local time (GMT).
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| Eastern Time (ET) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 3:45 p.m. |
| Central Time (CT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time (MT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time (PT) | Wed, Oct. 29 | 12:45 p.m. |
Arsenal vs. Brighton lineups, team news
Arteta has confirmed he will be without several key players due to injury, including Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, and captain Martin Odegaard.
This will necessitate changes, with the likes of Christian Norgaard and young midfielder Ethan Nwaneri likely to be given a chance to impress, while teenage Max Dowman could return to the senior side for the clash.
Jurrien Timber is also a doubt, meaning a reshuffled backline is probable. The return of Leandro Trossard against his former club could also offer crucial attacking impetus.
Arsenal predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Ramsdale (GK) — White, Kiwior, Mosquera, Lewis-Skelly — Norgaard, Vieira, Nwaneri — Eze, Nelson, Trossard.
Injured: Odegaard (knee), Jesus (ACL), Havertz (knee), Madueke (knee), Timber (doubt)
Suspended: None
Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is also set to make wholesale changes. Star forward Kaoru Mitoma and veteran Solly March are dealing with injuries and will likely be unavailable.
The Seagulls will look to the excellent goalscoring form of youth prospect Diego Gomez, who has been ruthless in previous cup rounds, to maintain their high-flying performance in this competition.
Brighton predicted XI (4-2-3-1 right to left): Verbruggen (GK) — Lamptey, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadiolu — Baleba, Ayari — Minteh, Ruutter, Gomez — Welbeck.
Injured: Webster (ACL), March (knee), Hinshelwood (ACL), Veltman (calf), Mitoma (foot), Gruda (doubt), Gomez (doubt)
Suspended: None
EFL Cup fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Tuesday, October 28
- Grimsby vs. Brentford (3:45 p.m.)
- Wycombe Wanderers vs. Fulham (3:45 p.m.)
- Wrexham vs. Cardiff City (4:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, October 29
- Arsenal vs. Brighton (3:45 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace (3:45 p.m.)
- Swansea vs. Manchester City (3:45 p.m.)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Chelsea (3:45 p.m.)
- Newcastle United vs. Tottenham Hotspur (4:00 p.m.)
