History of the Arsenal v Southampton fixture
Arsenal prepare to entertain Southampton at Emirates Stadium on Saturday afternoon, looking to continue an impressive record. The Gunners are clearly on top, winning 22 and drawing 12 of the 36 games played.
The most recent encounter between these two sides at Emirates Stadium was just last season, in September 2012, with Arsenal annihilating their visitors 6-1 in a Premier League match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012/2013 | Tue 01 Jan | Southampton | 1 - 1 | Arsenal | Premier League |
| 2012/2013 | Sat 15 Sep | Arsenal | 6-1 | Southampton | Premier League |
| 2004/2005 | Sat 26 Feb | Southampton | 1 - 1 | Arsenal | Premiership |
| 2004/2005 | Sat 30 Oct | Arsenal | 2 - 2 | Southampton | Premiership |
| 2003/2004 | Tue 10 Feb | Arsenal | 2 - 0 | Southampton | Premiership |
| 2003/2004 | Mon 29 Dec | Southampton | 0 - 1 | Arsenal | Premiership |
| 2002/2003 | Sat 17 May | Arsenal | 1 - 0 | Southampton | F.A. Cup |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Arsenal have only performed averagely at home, winning 3 and losing 2 of their last six. A total of 12 goals have been scored by the Gunners in those games, with 6 conceded.
Southampton have an average recent record on the road, with two wins, two draws, and two defeats. The games have constituted a decent return of 9 goals for the Saints, and 1 goals against.
Arsenal are leading the way in the Barclays Premier League, with their 11 games giving them a return of 25 points.
Southampton's total of 22 points from their 11 games sees them sitting in the playoff places in Barclays Premier League.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 10 |
| Southampton | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 11 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
Your number one FootyMad panel have studied this game long and hard, and cannot separate the two. A draw for the Gunners. No-score draw
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Arsenal | 6 games since last home draw. Unbeaten run of 3 matches. |
| Southampton | Not won in previous 3 away matches. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here