Arsenal host Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates tonight, aiming to maintain their incredible 13-match unbeaten run and secure safe passage to the Champions League quarter-finals.
Manager Mikel Arteta oversees a team in a commanding domestic and European position. Last week, he guided them to a hard-fought draw in Germany. Now, Arsenal ride a six-game home winning streak. They confidently hope to replicate their previous 4–1 home victory over Leverkusen.
Arsenal team news
Mikel Arteta navigates a squad dealing with a potential defensive blow. A recent injury against Everton makes Jurriën Timber a major doubt. Should he miss out, Yerson Mosquera expects to deputise at right-back. Additionally, the manager faces further selection headaches tonight. Both Martin Ødegaard and Leandro Trossard require late fitness tests.
Meanwhile, Declan Rice remains the undeniable engine of this side. He produced a midfield masterclass during the first leg. Impressively, he completed 73 of his 76 attempted passes. Further forward, Viktor Gyökeres leads the attacking line. He looks to increase his prolific goal tally. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli will support him out wide.
David Raya starts in goal. Ahead of him, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães anchor the defensive line. In midfield, Martin Zubimendi and Rice provide a formidable technical platform. Moreover, Arteta could utilise Saka in a central creative role if required.
Historically, Arsenal boast a formidable European knockout record. They have won 17 of their last 20 ties after avoiding a first-leg away defeat. Tonight, they look to exploit Leverkusen’s set-piece vulnerabilities. The German side conceded from a corner in the first leg. Curiously, that same match also saw Arsenal yield their first set-piece goal this term.
Arsenal predicted lineup
Arsenal Predicted XI (4-3-3): Raya; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Saka, Martinelli; Gyokeres
When will the match kick off?
The Champions League fixture takes place at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, 17 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.
How to watch Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen?
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.
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