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- The Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid UEFA Champions League match will be played at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night.
- Kickoff is at 10.00PM EAT.
The UEFA Champions League’s enjoyable nights are back on Tuesday, and the standout fixture of the night will see English giants Arsenal host Spanish powerhouse Atletico Madrid in a League Phase match at the Emirates Stadium.
Mikel Arteta’s squad is enjoying a rich vein of form, having gone eight matches across all competitions without tasting defeat (seven wins and one draw).
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In their quest for a first-ever Champions League title, Arsenal began the tournament emphatically with two consecutive victories, managing to keep clean sheets on both occasions.
They dispatched another Spanish side, Athletic Club, 2-0 before edging out Olympiacos FC with an identical score line.
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This perfect start has earned them the maximum six points, placing them fifth in the overall standings.
While Bayern Munich and Real Madrid sit above them, Arsenal are level on points with PSG and Inter Milan, who hold a superior goal difference.
Furthermore, the Gunners will be aiming to extend their impressive streak against Spanish opponents.
Following their victory over Bilbao, they have now strung together six consecutive wins against La Liga teams – a feat unmatched by any other club in the competition’s history.
Over the weekend, the Premier League leaders secured their fifth straight win in all competitions with a dominant 1-0 display against Fulham.
A second-half strike from Leandro Trossard sealed the three points, solidifying their position at the summit.
Meanwhile, the visitors have experienced mixed results in their opening fixtures, both domestically and in Europe. Their Champions League campaign began on the wrong foot with a 3-2 loss to Liverpool at Anfield, where a late Virgil van Dijk winner snatched the points for the Reds.
However, they bounced back well in their second match, thrashing Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 to climb into the top ten.
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After nine matches in La Liga, Diego Simeone’s men occupy fourth place with 16 points, courtesy of four wins, four draws, and a single defeat.
Following the October international break, Los Rojiblancos earned three hard-fought points against Osasuna on Saturday, thanks to a goal from Thiago Almada – a result that will boost morale heading into this European encounter.
Here are the key details for the Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid Champions League match:
What time does Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid kick off?
The Spanish side travels to North London on Tuesday, October 21, for a 10:00 PM EAT kick-off at the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid Team News
The hosts will still be without four players: Noni Madueke, Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus, who remain sidelined with knee injuries.
With no other major fitness concerns, the Gunners will be cautious with Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi, who are both one booking away from a suspension and would miss the fourth group phase match if cautioned.
In a boost for the visitors, Nico Gonzalez has been included in the squad after being forced off over the weekend with a head injury.
However, they will still be missing Johnny Cardoso, who continues his recovery from an ankle issue.
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Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid Probable Line-ups
- Arsenal: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli
- Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Simeone, Barrios, Gallagher, Almada; Griezmann, Álvarez
Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid head-to-head record and current form
This will be only the third competitive meeting between these two European giants.
Their sole previous encounter was in a two-legged semi-final of the 2017/2018 Europa League.
Diego Simeone’s side held the former Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal to a 1-1 draw at the Emirates before securing a 1-0 victory at home to progress to the final, where they went on to lift the trophy against Marseille.
Head-to-head record
- Previous meetings: 2
- Arsenal wins: 0
- Draws: 1
- Atletico Madrid wins: 1
- May 03, 2018: Atletico Madrid 1-0 Arsenal (Europa League)
- Apr 26, 2018: Arsenal 1-1 Atletico Madrid (Europa League)
Current Form
- Arsenal (Champions League): WW
- Arsenal (All Competitions): DWWWWW
- Atlético (Champions League): LW
- Atlético (All Competitions): DWWWDW
Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid Prediction
Arsenal will be buoyed by their home advantage and formidable record against Spanish teams, placing them in a superior position to claim all three points.
Achieving a sixth consecutive win this season is another milestone they will be eager to reach.
However, Atletico Madrid arrives with momentum from their weekend victory and will be desperate for a second Champions League win.
Renowned for their defensive resilience and tactical discipline, they will likely look to hit the Gunners on the counter-attack.
Yet, Arsenal’s 100% record in keeping clean sheets so far is a significant factor.
Given the attacking talent on both sides, this could be a match where both teams score if they capitalize on their chances.