Arsenal x Everton lineup: where to watch today’s Premier League game live

Arsenal takes the field this Saturday, December 20th, against Everton, at Hill Dickinson Stadium, at Liverpool, at 8pm local time (5pm Brasília time). The match is valid for the 17th round of Campeonato Inglês. Os Gunners, current leaders with 36 points, are looking for victory to guarantee the top of the table in Natal. Everton, in 10th place with 24 points, wants to recover from the recent defeat and explore the home advantage in the new stadium.

Mikel David Moyes opts for 4-2-3-1 in Everton, prioritizing defensive solidity and quick counterattacks. Ambas teams deal with important absences due to injuries and call-ups.

The broadcast on Brasil takes place live on ESPN on closed TV and via streaming Disney+. Fans can follow all the moves in real time on these platforms.

Confirmed team lineups

Arsenal has a balanced formation, with key players returning after suspensions and recovering from minor injuries.

• In goal, David Raya maintains the starting position.
• The defense has Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Piero Hincapié and Riccardo Calafiori.
• In the middle, Martín Zubimendi, Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard command the actions.
• In attack, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres and Leandro Trossard complete the trio.

Everton adjusts the team due to absences due to call-ups for Copa Africana from Nações and injuries.

• Jordan Pickford saves the goal.
• The defensive line includes Jake O’Brien, James Tarkowski, Michael Keane and Vitaliy Mykolenko.
• In midfield, Tim Iroegbunam and James Garner form the midfielder duo.
• Further ahead, Dwight McNeil, Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Grealish support striker Thierno Barry.

Absences and tactical impacts

Several players are absent from the teams, directly influencing the strategies adopted by the coaches.

Everton misses Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gueye, called up for the Senegalese national team, as well as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who is injured. Long-term Lesões affect Séamus Coleman and Jarrad Branthwaite. Essas absences force Moyes to improvise in the middle and in defense, reducing rotation options.

No Arsenal, Ben White, Gabriel Magalhães, Kai Havertz and others remain out due to injury. Riccardo Calafiori returns from suspension, strengthening the left side. Arteta compensates with Hincapié and Zubimendi, maintaining the defensive solidity that concedes few goals this season.

These absences make the game more unpredictable, with both teams depending on reserves to maintain the pace.

Where to watch the match live

Broadcasting on Brasil is carried out by traditional Premier League channels, facilitating access for fans.

• ESPN shows the game on closed TV, with complete pre- and post-game coverage.
• Disney+ streaming offers a high definition option, with real-time replays and statistics.

In Reino Unido, Sky Sports covers the confrontation. Nos Estados Unidos, Peacock transmits exclusively. Essas platforms guarantee broad coverage for fans in different regions.

Current positions in the table

Arsenal leads Premier League with 36 points in 16 games, maintaining a minimal advantage over pursuers like Manchester City.

The team has the best defense in the competition, with only 10 goals conceded. Vitórias recent, even tight, demonstrate resilience. A victory in Liverpool secures first place in Natal, an important milestone for morale.

Everton occupies 10th place with 24 points, close to European areas. The team accumulates solid results at home, but faces difficulties against the big teams. Moyes transforms the team into a competitive one, with an emphasis on defensive organization.

The 12-point difference reflects the contrast between ambitions: title for Arsenal and consolidation in the middle for Everton.

Recent clash history

Duels between Everton and Arsenal are usually balanced, especially in Merseyside.

In the previous season, the teams drew twice. Arsenal dominates the overall record, but Everton often wins or draws at home. Nos last seven home games, the Toffees lose just one.

This tradition favors Everton in the new stadium. Arsenal seeks to break the taboo to maintain its recent unbeaten record against direct rivals.

The home advantage at the recently opened Hill Dickinson Stadium adds extra motivation for the hosts.

Refereeing and game details

Samuel Barrott referees the match, known for his moderate card average.

The referee registers few warnings per game, promoting fluidity. Assistentes and VAR complete the team, ensuring accurate decisions in controversial moves.

Hill Dickinson Stadium receives its first visit from Arsenal in an official game. The atmosphere promises to be intense, with local fans supporting intensely.

Expectations for the confrontation

Analysts point to favoritism for Arsenal due to the quality of the squad and position in the table.

The visiting team controls possession and creates more chances, exploiting wingers with Saka and Trossard. Gyökeres looks for decisive goals in attack.

Everton bets on defensive compactness and quick transitions with Grealish and McNeil. Garner stands out in the middle, recovering balls and distributing play.

A positive result for either side directly influences the classification. Arsenal consolidates its leadership, while Everton gains momentum to fight for European places.