Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Starting lineups, subs, match preview and predictions

Kick-off: 04:30 (UK time) at Dignity Health Sports Park

The Gunners will be looking to consolidate their position in the top four with a win over the Cherries

Arsenal will be looking to consolidate their position in the top four when they host Bournemouth at the Dignity Health Sports Park on 04/05/2024. The Gunners are currently fourth in the Premier League table, three points ahead of fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. A win against Bournemouth would move Arsenal six points clear of their rivals and give them a major boost in their bid to finish in the Champions League places. Bournemouth are currently 17th in the table, just two points above the relegation zone. The Cherries have had a difficult season so far, winning only six of their 30 league games. However, they will be hoping to cause an upset against Arsenal and boost their own survival hopes.

Arsenal will be without Gabriel Jesus for the match against Bournemouth. The Brazilian striker is recovering from a knee injury and is not expected to return to action until next month. Eddie Nketiah is likely to start in Jesus' place.

Bournemouth are also without a number of key players for the match against Arsenal. David Brooks, Junior Stanislas and Dominic Solanke are all injured, while Ryan Fredericks is suspended.

The match between Arsenal and Bournemouth is scheduled to kick off at 04:30 (UK time) at the Dignity Health Sports Park. Live text commentary, score updates and match stats will be available on the Premier League website.

Conclusion: Arsenal will be favourites to win the match against Bournemouth. The Gunners have been in good form in recent weeks and will be looking to continue their winning run. Bournemouth will be underdogs, but they will be hoping to cause an upset and boost their own survival hopes.