Arsenal vs Burnley preview: Team news, line-ups, where to watch (18/05/2026)

Preview, team news, head-to-head, probable line ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Monday’s Premier League clash between Arsenal and Burnley

Arsenal are set to host Burnley in their last home game of the season on Monday. The Premier League leaders will lock horns with a relegated Burnley side at the Emirates Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 BST (15:00 ET / 12:00 PT).

With just two games remaining in the 2025/26 campaign, Mikel Arteta’s side are aware that two wins will be enough to mathematically secure their first league trophy in over two decades.

A victory against the Clarets would move them five points clear before City play their game in hand against Bournemouth, putting Arsenal on the absolute brink of winning the title.

Meanwhile, Burnley arrive at the Emirates with their fate already sealed. Mike Jackson has succeeded Scott Parker, who parted ways with the club after their relegation to the Championship was confirmed with several games to go.

Despite sitting second-bottom, only above Wolverhampton Wanderers, Burnley showed they are still fighting for pride last time out by holding Aston Villa to an impressive 2-2 draw at Turf Moor.

Team news & injury updates

Arsenal

An eight-day preparation window will have allowed Mikel Arteta to keep the core of his squad fresh, though a significant defensive blow will force a rearrangement, as Ben White has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign after sustaining a serious knee injury during the 1-0 victory over West Ham.

In his absence, Cristhian Mosquera is expected to deputise at right-back, as Jurriën Timber and summer signing Mikel Merino also remain sidelined and will play no part on Monday. Meanwhile, Riccardo Calafiori is doubtful after being subbed off at half-time against West Ham through injury.

Burnley

With relegation confirmed, the Clarets have less physical pressure but face a tough task against the league’s most clinical defence. Hannibal Mejbri is doubtful after picking up an injury last weekend, while Connor Roberts, Josh Cullen and Jordan Beyer remain sidelined after recovering from long-term injuries.

Head-to-head (H2H) record

Arsenal have entirely dominated this fixture in recent campaigns, with Burnley failing to pick up a victory against the North London giants since 2020. In fact, the Gunners have won seven of their last nine home games against the Clarets.

Last five meetings:

• 01/11/2025: Burnley 0-2 Arsenal (Premier League)
• 17/02/2024: Burnley 0-5 Arsenal (Premier League)
• 11/11/2023: Arsenal 3-1 Burnley (Premier League)
• 23/01/2022: Arsenal 0-0 Burnley (Premier League)
• 18/09/2021: Burnley 0-1 Arsenal (Premier League)

Probable line-ups

Where to watch Arsenal vs Burnley

In the United Kingdom, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. As for the United States, the match will be broadcast live on USA Network and Telemundo, with streaming access available via Peacock at 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT.

Match prediction probabilities

Arsenal are considered overwhelming favourites to secure all three points at the Emirates Stadium, with their home record give them a staggering 89% win probability. Burnley face an incredibly steep uphill battle with just a 3% chance of pulling off a historic away upset, while the probability of a draw stands at 8%.