Remarkably, Arsenal are seeking to complete a first league-double over Southampton since 2016/17, with the Gunners winning only four of their last 14 visits to St Mary's.
After rubber stamping Champions League qualification last Sunday, can Arsenal end an ultimately disappointing season with a win? A week ago, Declan Rice's now trademark long-range strike saw the Gunners beat Newcastle 1-0 in North London; in truth, the match could have gone either-way.
Southampton vs Arsenal preview
This all be assures Mikel Arteta's team of a third successive second place finish, despite the fact they've won only four of their last 12 Premier League outings, albeit this does contain six draws. So, will Arsenal collect three more points here, thereby winning back-to-back league matches for the first time since April Fool's Day?
Well, an away win is certainly the most-likely outcome, given that Southampton are the hosts. Defeat for the Saints would be their 30th, which would be a new record for any club in a Premier League season. However, they have at least avoided the worst-ever points tally in the competition's history, reaching 12 a fortnight ago, thanks to a miraculous goalless draw with Manchester City at home.
Then, last Sunday, Simon Rusk's side were the last-ever male visitors to Goodison Park, beaten 2-0 as Everton waved goodbye to their home since 1892. This extends the Saints' winless streak to 13 matches, shipping three or more goals on 18 occasions, a tally that could rise at St Mary's.
Southampton vs Arsenal head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 107.
- Southampton Wins: 23. Draws: 30. Arsenal Wins: 54.
Southampton team news
Defenders Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Kyle Walker-Peters and Jan Bednarek are all doubts, leaving Simon Rusk short of options, so Joachim Kayi Sanda, who came on for his debut at Goodison, could start.
Southampton predicted lineup vs Arsenal: (5-3-2): Ramsdale; Bree, Stephens, Kayi Sanda, Wood, Welington; Downes, Aribo, Fernandes; Sulemana, Dibling.
Southampton player to watch vs Arsenal
Aaron Ramsdale is still a beloved figure amongst the Arsenal support, set to be serenaded by the travelling supporters, but can he help keep the Gunners at bay?
Arsenal team news
William Saliba is not available, after suffering an injury against Newcastle, while Jurriën Timber is also sidelined, following ankle surgery. They join Gabriel Magalhães, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Gabriel Jesus in the treatment room.
Given this, Benjamin White will start a fourth successive Premier League match at right-back, while Riccardo Calafiori will partner Jakub Kiwior in the middle, as he did after half time last Sunday.
In better news, Kai Havertz came off the bench a week ago, his first appearance since 5 February due to a torn hamstring, while Mikel Merino can return, having served his one-match suspension. Kieran Tierney and Jorginho will both leave Arsenal after this match, as will loanee Raheem Sterling, who's scored just once for the club, this coming against Bolton in the EFL Cup in September.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Southampton: (4-3-3): Raya; White, Calafiori, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Partey, Rice, Ødegaard; Saka, Merino, Martinelli.
Arsenal player to watch vs Southampton
David Raya has 13 Premier League clean sheets to his name this season, level with Matz Sels in the battle for the golden glove. The Spaniard will surely fancy his chances of a shutout by the South Coast, thereby guaranteeing at least a share of the award he also picked up last season.
Southampton vs Arsenal prediction
We're forecasting a very comprehensive victory for the Gunners at St Mary's, thereby condemning Southampton to a 15th home league defeat of the season: Southampton 0-4 Arsenal.
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How to watch Southampton vs Arsenal on TV
Southampton vs Arsenal will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
How to watch Southampton vs Arsenal on live stream
Southampton vs Arsenal is available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Southampton vs Arsenal?
Southampton vs Arsenal takes place on Sunday 25 May 2025, with kick off at 16:00 (BST), 11:00 (EDT) & 8:00 (PDT).