Arsenal 3-1 Southampton

Current streaks

Recent form

Arsenal

Arsenal are currently showing strong form, unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions with four wins and two draws. The team is on a three-game winning streak, including an impressive 5-1 victory over Bolton Wanderers in the League Cup, showcasing their offensive prowess. Defensively, Arsenal has been solid, conceding only 0.83 goals per game and keeping three clean sheets in their last six matches. Their goal-scoring ability is noteworthy, averaging 2.33 goals per game, with a particularly high-scoring encounter against Leicester City (4-2) in the Premier League. The Gunners have maintained a balanced approach, with an equal split between games featuring over and under 2.5 goals. Their current third position in the league with 14 points from 6 games reflects their consistent performances.

Southampton

Southampton's recent form has been concerning, with the team currently languishing in 19th position in the Premier League. They've struggled to find consistency, managing only one win in their last six games across all competitions. Defensively, the team has been vulnerable, conceding an average of 2.33 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet during this period. Their 5-3 victory over Cardiff City in the League Cup stands out as a high-scoring affair, but it's their only win in this stretch. The Saints have been involved in several high-scoring matches, with 67% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite their poor league position, Southampton have managed to score in 83% of their recent matches, indicating that their attack is still functioning albeit not enough to overcome their defensive frailties.

Recent home/away form

Arsenal

Arsenal's recent home form has been impressive, showcasing a strong run of five consecutive wins across all competitions. The Gunners have been particularly dominant in their last three home matches, scoring 11 goals while conceding only three. Their highest-scoring game came in the League Cup, where they thrashed Bolton Wanderers 5-1. Arsenal's defensive prowess is evident, with three clean sheets in their last six home games, including shutouts against Paris Saint-Germain and Wolves. The team's goalscoring average of 2.67 goals per game at home is noteworthy, although their overall goal involvement has been somewhat conservative, with 67% of their matches featuring under 2.5 goals. This blend of offensive firepower and defensive stability has contributed to Arsenal's solid third-place position in the league, accumulating 14 points from six games.

Southampton

Southampton's recent away form has been inconsistent, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 6 games. The team has struggled defensively, conceding an average of 1.83 goals per game and keeping only one clean sheet. Their attacking output has been decent, scoring 1.5 goals per game on average. A high-scoring game stands out in their 5-3 victory over Cardiff City in the League Cup. Interestingly, both teams have scored in 67% of these matches, suggesting Southampton's games often feature goals at both ends. The team's Premier League form is particularly concerning, as they've lost all three away league matches, contributing to their 19th position in the table with just 1 point from 6 games overall.