Southampton vs Arsenal LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Follow live coverage as Southampton face Arsenal in the Premier League today.
Manchester City are reigning champions after a dominant 2020/21 season and Pep Guardiola's side are favourites to win it again boasting as they do one of the best squads in Europe.
European champions Chelsea have proven they have what it takes to dethrone City, however, having done it in last season's Champions League final and will be hoping to add a domestic title to the one won in Porto.
Liverpool were winners back in 2020 ending a 30-year wait for league glory and Jurgen Klopp is sure to have them back challenging again at the sharp end this season too while Manchester United will be looking to be back in the title picture with Cristiano Ronaldo returning to his former club in the summer.
It's not all about the action at the top though with Norwich, Watford and Brentford promoted to the top tier for 2020/21 and hoping to hold their own against the best English football has to offer and avoid the drop.
We will bring you all the action and updates from today's game in the live blog below:
Southampton vs Arsenal
A sharp turn from Tavares near the left byline leaves Valery sliding into a reckless tackle, and another free-kick is conceded. Again, Saints are lucky not to receive the game's first booking.
Southampton vs Arsenal
Chasing down the left wing, Nketiah is upended by a rugged Lyanco challenge. The visitors have a free-kick, but the Southampton defender is perhaps fortunate to escape a yellow card.
Southampton vs Arsenal
Mikel Arteta has cause for concern, as Gabriel pulls up with a pained expression, having apparently sustained a minor muscular injury. The big centre-back is fine to continue for now, but may not make it to the final whistle.
Southampton vs Arsenal
Still retaining a clean sheet today, only Chelsea and Manchester City have conceded the first goal in fewer Premier League games this season than Arsenal's eight. However, the Gunners have then lost on seven of those eight occasions!
Southampton vs Arsenal
Though not yet moving freely, Martinelli is fit to return to the fray, and the game gets back under way. Will that pause enable both teams to up their intensity in search of the opening goal?
Southampton vs Arsenal
Following a sliding challenge from Livramento on Arsenal's right flank, Martinelli is down on the turf nursing an injury and the game comes to a temporary halt.
Southampton vs Arsenal
From the left side of the area, Armstrong swivels and strikes at goal, but Ramsdale is well positioned and makes a relatively routine save.
Southampton vs Arsenal
The tempo has dropped a little over the past minute or so, as Arsenal's attacking momentum dips. Saints have apparently ridden the storm.
Southampton vs Arsenal
Substitution Nuno Albertino Varela Tavares Nicolas Pépé
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