Arsenal suffered a set back in their Premier League title challenge as they drew 2-2 against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday afternoon. The Gunners now sit four points behind Manchester City — but did maintain their unbeaten record as Bukayo Saka's double was cancelled out by Son Heung-min's brace.
Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard became the latest additions to Arsenal's growing injury list. The England international was taken off with a back injury at half-time, whilst the Belgian forward was left out of the matchday squad after picking up a knock in training.
Arsenal now face a difficult run of fixtures moving into October with Manchester City, Chelsea and Newcastle United on the horizon. With that being said, football.london has taken a look at the upcoming Premier League fixtures for the north Londoners compared to their closest rivals.
Bournemouth (A) — Saturday, September 30
Arsenal close out the month of September by facing Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. The Cherries continue to adapt their identity after parting ways with Gary O'Neill for Andoni Iraola which will certainly mean a tough encounter is on the horizon.
Dominic Solanke represents a key threat to the Gunners and they will need to keep him quiet if they are to take all three points on the road.
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Manchester City (H) — Sunday, October 8
A huge clash to start October awaits for the Gunners. The two title rivals from last season face each other for the first time since the FA Community Shield. Arsenal got the better of City at Wembley ahead of the 2023/24 campaign and Mikel
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