Arsenal wrap up their 2024/25 Premier League campaign with a game away at already-relegated Southampton this weekend.
After beating Newcastle last time out, the pressure has been lifted on the Gunners ahead of their trip to the south coast as Champions League football for next season has been secured.
Now, there is a scenario where Arsenal do not finish as runners-up to Liverpool. It is highly unlikely but a defeat to the Saints and Manchester City beating Fulham coupled with a nine-goal swing would result in a remarkable final day twist.
Southampton did hold Man City to a goalless draw in their last home game, gaining a crucial point that prevented them from becoming the joint-worst team in Premier League history.
That said, they will finish the campaign rock-bottom and have very little to play for except professional pride and a chance to claim a big scalp before exiting the top-flight.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Southampton vs Arsenal is scheduled for a 4pm BST kick-off on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
The match will take place at St Mary’s Stadium.
Where to watch Southampton vs Arsenal
TV channel: In the UK, the game will not be televised live.
Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights shortly after the final whistle with Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One at 10.30pm BST.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings at the ground.
Southampton vs Arsenal team news
Aaron Ramsdale is in line to face his former club for a second time this season. However, Saints trio Kyle Walker-Peters, Jan Bednarek and Taylor Harwood-Bellis are all doubtful.
William Saliba and Jurrien Timber have been added to a lengthy Arsenal injury list as their absence vs Southampton was confirmed by Mikel Arteta. Gabriel Magalhaes, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Gabriel Jesus are sidelined too.
Riccardo Calafiori is in line to partner Jakub Kiwior in central defence, whilst Mikel Merino is available again after serving a one-match suspension last weekend.
Southampton vs Arsenal prediction
Pressure is off Arsenal for a change so that could lead to a more relaxed performance. There is a reason Southampton are going down with one of the lowest points totals in Premier League history and this is a chance to grab some goals.
With David Raya in with a shout of sharing the Golden Glove award, he will be desperate to keep a clean sheet against a Saints side that hasn’t scored in their last three outings.
Arsenal to win, 3-0
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Southampton are somewhat of Arsenal’s bogey team, especially at St Mary’s as they are unbeaten in three of the last four meetings on home soil.
In fact, the Gunners’ win in the reverse fixture earlier in the season was their first in three attempts.
Southampton wins: 23
Arsenal wins: 47
Draws: 27
Southampton vs Arsenal match odds
Southampton to win: 8/1
Arsenal to win: 1/4
Draw: 7/2
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
