The boys take on Hull City in the FA Cup at Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
You can find out more about our opponents below:
Hull City Full name: Hull City Association Football Club
Manager: Steve Bruce
Club colours: Orange and black striped shirts, black shorts, orange socks
Nickname:The Tigers
Three facts about Hull City:
- This is a repeat of the 2014 FA Cup final which saw Arsenal come from 0-2 down to win 3-2 in extra time.
- The Tigers have won just two of their last 20 FA Cup matches against top flight teams (W2 D4 L14).
- The Gunners have lost just one of their last 38 FA Cup home matches (W28 D9 L1).
Nikica Jelavic Hull CitySTAR MAN
Nikica Jelavic
After a slow start to the season, Nikica Jelavic has found form. The Croatia striker is a renowned poacher with a keen eye for goal. With two goals in his last three games, Jelavic will be have to be carefully marked by Arsenal’s defenders.
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