- The Real Madrid vs Arsenal Champions League quarter-final game will start at 10 pm EAT on Wednesday at the Bernabéu Stadium.
- Real Madrid and Arsenal will miss some of their players in this match due to injuries.
- Arsenal beat Real Madrid 3-0 in the first league of this Champions League quarter-final clash.
The eyes of the football world will be firmly fixed at the Bernabéu on Wednesday night when Real Madrid and Arsenal battle it out in a Champions League quarter-final second leg tie.
The Real Madrid versus Arsenal clash promises to be a cracker since clubs will be seeking to prove their critics wrong.
For Arsenal, a win against the Spanish giants will convince their doubters that they are capable of beating big clubs in Europe. On the other hand, the goal of Real Madrid is to make a comeback and send a strong message to their rivals.
Arsenal head to the game with a 3-0 advantage thanks to the two breathtaking free kicks from Three Lions midfielder Declan Rice and beautiful goal from his La Roja counterpart Mikel Merino.
Therefore, a Remontada inside the closed roof of the Bernabéu for Real Madrid against Arsenal will be a historic one.
Real Madrid has demolished English opponents at the Bernabéu in recent years, something that gives most of their supporters hope going into Wednesday’s tie.
An excellent example of a clash where the Los Blancos obliterated a Premier League club in the Champions League is their 4-1 victory over Arsenal’s enemies Tottenham.
However, this time round Real Madrid must do everything correctly in order to stand a chance of knocking out Arsenal who have had a solid defensive record in the past two years.
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Here are the important details you need to comprehend ahead of the blockbuster match.
What time does Real Madrid vs Arsenal start?
The Real Madrid vs Arsenal Champions League quarter-final encounter will kick off at 10 pm EAT on Wednesday night at the Bernabéu Stadium.
Real Madrid vs Arsenal team news, injury updates & key players to watch
Real Madrid and Arsenal are expected to miss a number of their starts in this crucial Champions League encounter.
Real Madrid vs Arsenal injury updates
Arsenal will be without the quartet of Gabriel Magalhães, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Takehiro Tomiyasu, who are recovering from injuries.
Moreover, the involvement of Jorginho, Thomas Partey and Ben White hangs in balance after they sustained problems last weekend.
Meanwhile, Dani Carvajal (knee), Andriy Lunin (calf), Eder Militao (knee) and Ferland Mendy (muscle) are ruled out of this titanic clash.
Arsenal vs Real Madrid players to watch
Similar to the first leg, several players in both the Real Madrid and Arsenal camps are expected to play an instrumental role in the upcoming fixture.
Some of the players to watch out for in Real Madrid’s star-studded team are Kylian Mbappe, and Federico Valverde. Mbappe’s pace and Valverde’s long range shots will cause a lot of problems for their opponent.
On the other hand, Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka are likely to have a monstrous game for the Gunners against Real Madrid. Odegaard, who was signed from Real Madrid, will have a point to prove while Saka is set to bully the Los Blancos backline.
Real Madrid vs Arsenal Tactical Analysis
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti is likely to field an attacking lineup that will be led by Mbappe. The experienced manager may also go with the midfield pair of Valverde and Jude Bellingham especially after Camavinga’s suspension.
As for Arsenal, Mikel Arteta has an option of playing attacking or defensive football since his team has the ability to apply both.
Real Madrid vs Arsenal likely starting lineups
Real Madrid: Courtois, Asencio, Rudiger, Alaba, Tchouameni, Valverde, Modric, Vinicius, Rodrygo, Bellingham, Mbappe
Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly, Rice, Partey, Odegaard, Saka, Trossard, Martinelli
Arsenal vs Real Madrid head-to-head
Since 2006, Real Madrid and Arsenal have played each other four times in all competitions with the Gunners securing two wins. Real Madrid did not triumph in any of those clashes.
Real Madrid: 0
Draws: 2
Arsenal: 2
Arsenal vs Real Madrid current form
Real Madrid have only picked up two wins in their recent five matches in all competitions while Arsenal have not tasted defeat in a similar number of games.
Real Madrid: WDLLW
Arsenal: WWDWD
Real Madrid vs Arsenal prediction and betting tips
Should Arsenal be able to keep a clean sheet in the first half against Real Madrid, they will have a higher chance of winning this Champions League quarter-final tie.
However, Real Madrid are the favorites to win this second leg clash since they will be playing at home and have superstars in their squad.
Therefore, football fans should expect a tight affair in this Real Madrid vs Arsenal game that is likely to end with both clubs conceding a goal.