Premier League opponents
Ahead of the Premier League fixture release day on June 18th 2025, we're taking a look at our upcoming opponents for next season, having returned to the top-flight.
Next up on the list, we take a look at Arsenal.
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Stadium:
Emirates Stadium
Capacity: 60,704
Distance from Elland Road:
193 miles
Founded:
1886
A memorable meeting:
Time in Premier League:
33 years
The Gunners have been in the Premier League since its inception in the 1992/93 season, beginning as one of the founder members. They've been crowned champions of the division on three occasions, but not since the 2003/04 season.
Last season:
Mikel Arteta's side have finished second in the league table three times on the bounce. A points total of 74 last season was the lowest of the last three years, with 20 wins, 14 draws, and just the four losses throughout the year. The strongest defence in the league saw them concede just 34 times, netting 69 at the other end.
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