The 2nd half begins with a sending off for Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice who got a second yellow card for obstructing a Brighton freekick. Rice was shocked by the decision as he departed with some furious words for the 4th assistant near the tunnel.

The best way to build up to this Premier League clash is by heading to Arsenal.com for our preview show, Live from N5! The show promises to be a Christmas cracker with star guests and analysis ahead of the game in north London.

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Brighton are without a win in their last four Premier League games, with a daunting trip to Arsenal up next for Fabian Hurzeler's side.

Arsenal are edging closer to a significant injury lift after Mikel Arteta confirmed Kai Havertz is on the brink of returning to action. The German forward, absent since undergoing knee surgery in August,