{"id":1436129,"date":"2026-03-04T09:58:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T09:58:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1436129"},"modified":"2026-03-04T10:50:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T10:50:24","slug":"match-preview-mansfield-vs-arsenal-07-03-2026-fa-cup","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-mansfield-vs-arsenal-07-03-2026-fa-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"Mansfield Town vs Arsenal: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mansfield Town welcome Arsenal<\/a> for a fascinating FA Cup<\/a> tie, with the hosts hoping to spring one of the biggest upsets in recent memory. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arsenal arrive at Field Mill on a formidable run, boasting the competition’s tightest defence and a fluid attack. Mansfield, meanwhile, have been prolific in front of goal but porous at the back, making this a classic clash between firepower and organisation. Kick-off is set for 12:15 PM on Saturday at Field Mill, with both teams eager to make their mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Arsenal’s supreme possession figures, defensive efficiency, and clinical edge, we’re strongly backing the visitors to assert their quality. Mansfield’s scoring exploits suggest goals are on the cards, but their defensive frailties could be ruthlessly exposed. Here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Arsenal to win to nil, given their record of conceding just once so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Both Teams To Score: No<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/2 @ Bet365<\/a>
(66.7%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBacking Arsenal’s ability to shut out weaker attacks; Mansfield struggle against top sides.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gabriel Martinelli to Score Anytime<\/strong><\/td>\n31\/20 @ BetMGM<\/a><\/td>\n\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nMartinelli has 4 goals in 2 games; Arsenal’s main threat in the box.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Mansfield entered the FA Cup in the first round, beating Harrogate Town 3-2 to advance. The second round saw them travel to Accrington Stanley where they needed penalties to triumph following a 2-2 draw. They were drawn against Championship side, Sheffield United, in the third round and put in a brilliant performance to win 4-3, being rewarded with a trip to Turf Moor to take on Burnley. They pulled off a 2-1 win, setting up this huge fifth round tie with Arsenal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Things have been a little more straight forward to the Gunners, beating Portsmouth 4-1 in the third round. They were then drawn against Wigan in the fourth round and eased to a 4-0 victory to continue their FA Cup journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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