Arsenal vs Stoke: What time does it start, what TV channel is it on, where can I watch it?

A look ahead to the Premier League fixture at the Emirates

Pieters competes for the ball with Ramsey during last season's corresponding fixture (Getty)

It’s a big game for…

Xherdan Shaqiri: The Swiss midfielder has been relishing the freedom in his newfound attacking position, which could help cause an upset at the Emirates. The 25-year-old has been in fine form so far this campaign and will be a key element in Hughes' master-plan to beat Arsenal.

Remember when…

A free-kick from Lukas Podolski puts the Gunners ahead against Stoke, followed by a large amount of controversy. The visitors will take comfort in the fact that that the German set-piece master is no longer at the Emirates.

Player to watch…

Alexis Sanchez: Following his exceptional hat-trick last week to individually steal his side the three points last weekend, he has a reputation to maintain at the Emirates. With the rumours surrounding his future at the club, Arsene Wenger will be hoping this does not affect his performance on the pitch, as Arsenal continue to chase the title.

Past three-meetings…

Stoke 0 Arsenal 0
Premier League, January 2016

Arsenal 2 (Walcott, Giroud) Stoke 0
Premier League, September 2015

Arsenal 3 (Koscielny, Sanchez 2) Stoke 0
Premier League, January 2015

Form guide…

Arsenal: DDWLWW

Stoke City: WLDLWW

Vital information…

Kick-off time: 15:00

TV: Highlights will be shown on BBC One on Saturday at 10.30pm