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Oxford United and Arsenal haven't faced each other for 20 years and the League One hopefuls are aiming to pull off a famous FA Cup upset against the Premier League leaders

Arsenal's pursuit of a first trophy since August 2020 continues on Monday night as they travel to Oxford United in the FA Cup.

The Gunners are top of the Premier League table, five points clear of Manchester City in second. Ironically, the winners of Monday night's cup tie at the Kassam Stadium will face Pep Guardiola's side in the fourth round of the tournament later this month.

Arsenal are expected to be victorious against Oxford, who are not enjoying a vintage campaign under Karl Robinson. They are 15th in League One, just seven points clear of the relegation zone. Nevertheless, the FA Cup is a competition famed for its shocks.

Here's everything you need to know about Monday night's match...

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When is Oxford United vs Arsenal?

Oxford will host Arsenal at the Kassam Stadium on Monday night. The third-round FA Cup tie is scheduled to kick off at 8pm (UK time).

It's 20 years since the two sides last faced each other. Their previous meeting was a third-round FA Cup tie at Highbury, Arsenal's former home. Oxford haven't beaten the Gunners since their 3-0 victory against Steve Burtenshaw's side in a top-flight encounter in May 1986.

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Arsenal will wear an all-white kit against Oxford United to campaign against knife crime and youth violence ( Arsenal FC)

Who do you think will win Monday night's FA Cup tie? Let us know in the comments below!

What channel is Oxford United vs Arsenal on?

Viewers in the UK can watch the game on ITV1, with coverage starting at 7:30pm. It can also be streamed on ITVX - ITV's new streaming platform.

BBC Radio 5 Live will also be providing live radio coverage.

Oxford United vs Arsenal odds from Betfred
  • Oxford - 12/1
  • Draw - 15/2
  • Arsenal - 1/7

*Odds subject to change

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Oxford United vs Arsenal team news

Emile Smith Rowe could make his long-awaited comeback for Arsenal on Monday night. The England international hasn't played since picking up a groin injury - which required surgery - in September and faces a late fitness test ahead of the FA Cup tie.

"Emile can play as an attacking midfielder or as a winger, even as No.9 - I think he has played there before," said Arteta during his pre-match press conference.

"First of all, we need him fit and at his best - and when we have that we have an incredible player that we have missed a lot in the last few months. And if [on Sunday] he trains well, he will hopefully be available to give us something in the game."

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Arteta is expected to make a number of changes for the game, with the likes of Matt Turner, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Rob Holding, Kieran Tierney, Fabio Vieira, Mohamed Elneny, Albert Sambi Lokonga and Marquinhos pushing for starts. Long-term absentees Reiss Nelson (hamstring) and Gabriel Jesus (knee) will not be involved on Monday night.

Oxford boss Robinson will have Brandon Fleming available following his loan move from Hull, while goalkeeper Simon Eastwood is pushing for a recall after recovering from a calf injury. Marcus Browne is not expected to play due to a hamstring complaint.

"We're massive underdogs, a League One side playing the best team in the country," said Robinson during his pre-match press conference. "But this is the FA Cup and we know that anything can happen."

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