Arsenal vs Burnley: Kick-Off Time, TV Channel, Live Stream, Team News and Key Match Details
Arsenal welcome already-relegated Burnley to the Emirates Stadium on Monday, May 18, in what could be one of the most important nights of their season. Kick-off is at 8:00 p.m. UK time, and Mikel Arteta’s side know a win would put serious pressure on Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
Why This Match Matters
Arsenal currently lead Manchester City by two points. If they beat Burnley on Monday night, they would move five points clear before City face Bournemouth. The title race is in Arsenal’s hands, and a home win at the Emirates would keep the pressure firmly on their rivals.
Arteta described the challenge his squad has faced this year. “The season has been extremely demanding, but he believes Arsenal have coped well. He also pointed to the importance of playing in front of their supporters on Monday night as the team look to do something special.”
For Burnley, the league season is already over in the sense that relegation to the Championship has been confirmed. But interim manager Mike Jackson said his players must still treat the occasion seriously. “This is an opportunity to perform on a big stage,” Jackson said. “We must show belief and try to thrive in the environment.”
How to Watch Arsenal vs Burnley
United Kingdom: The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Viewers can also stream it through Sky Sports+ Stream or NOW UK with a valid Sky Sports subscription.
United States: The game is listed for USA Network.
India: JioHotstar will carry the match live.
Australia: Stan Sport is the broadcaster for this fixture.
Live updates will also be available via ESPN.
Arsenal Team News
Arsenal head into the game with several players unavailable. Jurriën Timber is sidelined with a muscle injury, while Mikel Merino remains out with a foot problem. Ben White is also absent with a knee injury and will not feature again this season.
The more encouraging news for Arsenal is that Riccardo Calafiori, who was taken off during the recent 1-0 win over West Ham United, has since returned to training and could be in contention.
Burnley Team News
Burnley arrive with their own injury concerns. Connor Roberts is either out or still working his way back from a long-term problem, and Jordan Beyer has also been sidelined for an extended period. Josh Cullen is unavailable due to a knee and ACL issue.
However, Hannibal Mejbri may be fit to feature. He was substituted early in Burnley’s recent 2-2 draw with Aston Villa as a precautionary measure, and the club are hopeful he can return.
Key Players to Watch
Viktor Gyökeres has been in outstanding form at home this season. The striker has scored nine Premier League goals at the Emirates and 14 in total. He has found the net in each of his last four home Premier League matches and has scored six times in four outings against newly promoted sides this campaign. Only Thierry Henry, Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette have managed ten or more home league goals in their first season at Arsenal.
Kai Havertz has a strong record against Burnley, scoring four goals in his last four Premier League meetings with them.
Leandro Trossard has contributed either a goal or an assist in each of his last three matches against Burnley.
How Arsenal and Burnley Line Up Tactically
Burnley have used both a 5-4-1 and a 4-2-3-1 formation this season. Their average possession figure of 41.6 per cent is the lowest in the division, meaning they typically sit deep and look to counter. Quick wide players such as Jaidon Anthony and Loum Tchaouana are their main outlets on the break, and the team covers a great deal of ground defensively.
Despite their hard work without the ball, the numbers tell a difficult story. Burnley have faced over 600 shots this season and carry the highest expected goals against total in the league. They have also been punished from fast breaks and from headers throughout the campaign.
Numbers That Tell the Story
The statistics strongly favour Arsenal. They have lost just one of their 19 Premier League meetings with Burnley, and Burnley have never scored more than once in any of those matches.
Arsenal have won all ten of their Premier League games against sides already relegated in the same season. They are also unbeaten in their last 44 top-flight home matches against promoted clubs, winning the last 15 of those by a combined score of 43 goals to 9.
Arsenal have lost their final home league game of a season just once in the past 28 years. Burnley, meanwhile, have won their final away match of a Premier League season only twice in nine top-flight campaigns.
FAQ
What time does Arsenal vs Burnley kick off?
The match kicks off at 8:00 p.m. UK time on Monday, May 18, at the Emirates Stadium.
Where can I watch Arsenal vs Burnley in the UK?
The game is live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. You can also stream it via Sky Sports+ Stream or NOW UK with a Sky Sports subscription.
What is at stake for Arsenal in this match?
Arsenal lead Manchester City by two points. A win on Monday would put them five points ahead before City play their own fixture against Bournemouth, giving Arsenal a major advantage in the title race.
