Arsenal is set to play against Bayer Leverkusen at the BayArena this evening, aiming to keep their flawless Champions League record and advance towards the quarter-finals.
The Gunners enter the knockout rounds after a successful league phase, winning all eight matches with 23 goals scored and only four conceded, the best defensive record in the competition.
This match marks the first competitive encounter between the two teams in over twenty years, and Arsenal will look to extend their impressive 13-match unbeaten away streak.
Arsenal team news
Manager Mikel Arteta is making final decisions on a few players’ fitness. He will be pleased with the return of David Raya, Declan Rice, and Martin Zubimendi, who rested during the last FA Cup match and are expected to start tonight.
However, concerns remain for William Saliba, Martin Ødegaard, and Ben White, who are uncertain due to minor injuries. Bayer Leverkusen’s Viktor Gyökeres will be a key threat, having scored four of his ten Champions League goals from solo runs.
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David Raya will be in goal, with Gabriel Magalhães and Leverkusen loanee Piero Hincapié expected to lead the defense. Hincapié can play against his parent club. In midfield, Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi will form a strong duo, while Eberechi Eze is likely to step in for the injured Leandro Trossard.
Jurriën Timber is anticipated to start at right-back, known for his effective defensive record. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli will provide width and support the attack as Arsenal seeks a ninth consecutive European win.
Arsenal predicted lineup
Arsenal Predicted XI (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Eze, Martinelli; Gyokeres
When will the match kick off?
The Champions League match is scheduled for Wednesday, 11 March 2026, with kick-off at 17:45 GMT.
How to watch Bayer Leverkusen vs Arsenal?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match live on TNT Sports 3 or stream it through the discovery+ app.
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