[Image] Predicted 5-2-3 Arsenal XI to face Leicester – Can the Gunners win this crucial fixture?

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Predicted Arsenal line-up to face Leicester City in the Premier League

Arsenal will look to make it five wins in a row as they take on Leicester City at the Emirates Stadium in matchday 34. The Gunners head into this game after an impressive 2-0 away victory against Wolves.

On the other hand, the Foxes make a trip to the Emirates after a 3-0 victory back at home against Crystal Palace.

For Arsenal, this happens to be a crucial clash in their hunt for a European finish. A win here would be massive for the Gunners’ top-4 hopes.

Emiliano Martinez is currently Arsenal's first-choice keeper in the absence of Bernd Leno. (Getty Images)
Emiliano Martinez is currently Arsenal’s first-choice keeper in the absence of Bernd Leno. (Getty Images)

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The Gunners will be without Gabriel Martinelli, Bernd Leno, Pablo Mari and Calum Chambers. Mesut Ozil seems doubtful due to a minor back injury.

Probable Arsenal XI

Formation: 5-2-3

Emiliano Martinez (GK)

Emiliano Martinez is an obvious starter. The keeper has been in great form between the sticks and should continue with the same.

Hector Bellerin take a thrown-in against Chelsea (Getty Images)
Hector Bellerin take a thrown-in against Chelsea (Getty Images)

Hector Bellerin (RWB)

Bellerin is likely to start at right-back having made way for Cedric Soares against Wolves.

Shkodran Mustafi (CB)

Shkodran Mustafi will once again lead the backline as the Gunners try to keep a clean sheet. The player’s passing was on point for most of the game against Wolves and he will look to build on that performance.

Rob Holding (CB)

Rob Holding looks likely to partner Shkodran Mustafi and David Luiz in defence. The defender has been in good form since returning from injury.

Rob Holding
Rob Holding should get a chance to impress against Leicester (Getty Images)

David Luiz (CB)

The Brazilian has looked sharp after signing a new contract and seems to have fit well in the new formation.

Kieran Tierney (LWB)

Tierney has had promising games over the last two weeks and is likely to occupy the left wing-back position.

Granit Xhaka (DM)

The Swiss international has been in great touch and will be key in the team’s transition on the pitch.

Dani Ceballos (DM)

Ceballos will pair up with Granit Xhaka in the midfield. He will be hoping to continue his great form.

Dani Ceballos of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League round of 32 second leg match between Arsenal FC and Olympiacos FC at Emirates Stadium on February 27, 2020 in London. (Getty Images)
Dani Ceballos of Arsenal in action during the UEFA Europa League round of 32 second leg match between Arsenal FC and Olympiacos FC at Emirates Stadium on February 27, 2020 in London. (Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson (RW)

The youngster is likely to be handed a rare start as the manager might look to rotate his players.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (LW)

Arsenal captain Aubameyang starts on the left wing and the manager will look up to his world-class strikers to deliver once again in front of the goal.

Alexandre Lacazette (ST)

Lacazette will likely lead Arsenal’s attack and would look to add more goals to his name after scoring in the 2-0 win against Wolves.

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