The official team sheets have been submitted for a packed Premier League matchday, revealing a mix of familiar faces, notable absences, and potential debuts across the league's key fixtures.
Arsenal and Brighton Name Strong Sides
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal line-up features a formidable attacking trio of Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, and new signing Viktor Gyokeres. The defensive unit sees William Saliba partnered by Piero Hincapie, with Declan Rice anchoring the midfield. On the bench, the presence of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Magalhaes offers significant firepower and experience if needed.
Meanwhile, Brighton & Hove Albion start with Bart Verbruggen in goal and a defence marshalled by Lewis Dunk. Their attack will be led by Georginio Rutter, supported by the creative talents of Brajan Gruda and Facundo Buonanotte's replacement, Carlos Gomez.
Liverpool's New-Look Attack and Midfield Reshuffle
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool selection has raised eyebrows, with a forward line featuring new signing Florian Wirtz alongside Hugo Ekitike and Federico Chiesa. The midfield sees Ryan Gravenberch and Curtis Jones flanking Alexis Mac Allister, while the defence is built around the solid centre-back pairing of Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk.
Their opponents, Wolverhampton Wanderers, counter with a dangerous attack of Sadio Mane and Hee-chan Hwang. Their midfield boasts the robust double-pivot of Joao Gomes and Andre Trindade, offering a stern test for the Reds' creative players.
Team News from Across the League
At Brentford, Thomas Frank has selected Kelechi Iheanacho up front, supported by Mikkel Damsgaard and Kevin Schade. Their defence is led by Kristoffer Ajer and Nathan Collins.
Bournemouth will look to the pace of Antoine Semenyo and Junior Kroupi, with Alex Scott pulling the strings in midfield. Their defensive line includes new recruit Malick Thiaw's replacement, Ismael Diakite.
In other notable selections, Everton start with Beto leading the line, while West Ham United field an exciting front four of Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paqueta, Crysencio Summerville, and Joao Gomes' replacement, Carlos Alcaraz. Fulham have Raul Jimenez leading their attack, supported by Harry Wilson and Emile Smith Rowe.
The substitutes' benches across the league are packed with talent, ready to impact the games. Key players like Gabriel Jesus, Cody Gakpo, James Maddison's replacement, James McAtee, and Danny Welbeck are all poised to enter the fray if required by their managers. The stage is now set for a fascinating afternoon of top-flight football.
