Arsenal are back in competitive action this evening as they host London rivals Fulham in the Premier League.The Gunners approach the final portion of the campaign residing in second place in the

Mikel Arteta's side is a long way off the title race, but a victory on Tuesday would reduce the gap to leaders Liverpool to single digits.

Arsenal went into the recent international break with a dominant 1-0 win over out of form Chelsea, with Mikel Merino scoring the only goal in the game. This will be the Gunners’ first match since club football returned.

Arsenal entered this clash buoyed by their recent victory over Chelsea, which had restored confidence following a three-match winless streak. Their squad boasted a significant market value of approximately 1.13 billion, eclipsing Fulham’s 360 million.

A pause in proceedings has allowed the teams to regroup and assess what they need to do to end the season on a high with Arsenal fighting for the Premier League and Champions League titles. The Gunners are 12 points back in the top-flight and will need Liverpool to slip up if they have any chance of winning the trophy in May.

As the 2024/25 Premier League season approaches its conclusion, Arsenal prepares to host Fulham under the Emirates Stadium lights in a highly anticipated London derby. Kicking off at 7:45 PM UK time on Tuesday, this match promises excitement and crucial stakes for both teams involved in the race for European qualification.

Andrea Berta is expected to be confirmed as Arsenal's new sporting director in the coming days following Edu Gaspar's departure.

Arsenal hold a narrow 1-0 lead over Fulham at half-time in north London, with Mikel Merino’s deflected strike putting the Gunners in front at the Emirates Stadium. It was otherwise a largely uneventful opening 45 minutes, aside from a potentially huge blow for Arsenal when Gabriel limped off with what appeared to be a hamstring injury.