It's difficult for FPL managers to reprogram their mindset when it comes to tripling up on defences, but it can be a highly viable strategy

Mikel Arteta believes Declan Rice is becoming a “total player” - and it is hard to argue with the Arsenal boss. Rice ran the show on Saturday as Arsenal beat Burnley 2-0 to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points.

Arsenal chased Manchester City all the way to the finishing line but for the second successive Premier League season Mikel Arteta's side had to make do with the runners-up spot to Manchester City despite a 2-1 victory over Everton on Sunday.

Goals from summer signing Viktor Gyokeres and midfield maestro Declan Rice saw Arsenal win their fifth game in a row, including their fourth without conceding, as Burnley were put to the sword.

Cristhian Mosquera has a bigger impact than many envisaged he would after joining Arsenal from Valencia in the summer.

Arsenal struck two late goals to escape with a point in a pulsating 3-3 home draw with bottom club Southampton but their Premier League title hopes suffered another setback on a Friday night of frazzled nerves in north London.

This hard-fought victory over Crystal Palace was reflective of Arsenal’s wider qualities and couldn't have come at a more opportune moment

Former Premier League striker Charlie Austin has backed Sunderland to cause a serious upset at the weekend by beating league leaders Arsenal at the Stadium of Light.

Arsenal vs Brighton will kick off at 3:45 p.m. ET/ 12:45 p.m. PT in the United States. The match will kick off at 7:45 p.m. local time in London, England, at Emirates Stadium. The match will be available to watch in the U.S. and the UK.

It's not all roses as the international break approaches, as Arsenal's frontline has been hit with a spate of injuries, including that of Viktor Gyokeres, with the Swede facing a spell on the sidelines. Mikel Merino has resumed his role as makeshift striker, with Arsenal's deep squad set to be tested.