Arsenal vs Sheffield Utd Match Preview

Arsenal has not a great season so far as they are ranked at the 10th place with 28 points and come after a single win, three draws and a loss over the last five matches. A Champions League spot seems like a far goal for them, but they still aim for a spot in Europa League for next season. That makes winning here a must for them, as Sheffield sits four points above them. At their home, the Gunners have scored 17 goals so far and have found the back of the net at least once in every game, except for one. They will miss Auba, but youngster Martinelli has proven he is ready to play a key role for this team.

Sheffield Utd is ranked at the 6th place with 32 points. They have been a big surprise this season, as no one expected them to be this good. Until a couple of weeks ago they were one of the two teams unbeaten on the road and their two loses came against teams like Manchester City and Liverpool. I think they will try their chances against this Arsenal that has been very inconsistent this season and they are expected to score. They have scored at least a goal in eight out of 11 matches played on the road so far.

In conclusion, I think this match can have over 2.5 goals. Arsenal has only one option here and that is to win, that's why I expect them to start the game on attack, trying to open the score. Sheffield Utd has caused problems to many teams this season and considering that today's rival does not have a solid defense, they could punish them on the counter. Over 2.5 goals is my call in this one.