Arsenal and Atletico Madrid meet in a Champions League clash at the Emirates Stadium with both sides looking to continue their fine recent form.
The Gunners have won their last five games in all competitions, conceding just once, and find themselves three points clear at the top of the Premier League. In Europe, they're two for two having already beaten Spanish opposition in Athletic Club, as well as Olympiacos.
Atletico lost in injury time on their last trip to England a month ago at Anfield but hammered Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 last time out and their league form has picked up after a slow start. Diego Simeone's men battered rivals Real 5-2 recently and will fancy themselves here.
Can Arsenal march on or will Atletico claim another famous scalp? AllSportsPeople brings you this betting preview complete with the latest tips, predictions and odds ahead of what promises to be an exciting clash.
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Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid: Who Will Win?
Both sides are in fantastic form heading into this one and we could be in for an absolute thriller at the Emirates.
Atletico are nowhere near as defensively minded or solid as they once were but have a devastating front two in Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez, as well as Alexander Sorloth to come off the bench.
Arsenal's rock-solid structure and danger from set pieces, as well as home advantage, should see them just grab the win though.
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Head-to-Head: Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid
- These two clubs have only met on two previous occasions in competitive action, with Arsenal yet to beat the Spanish giants.
- Atletico won 1-0 at the Metropolitano after a 1-1 draw at the Emirates in a Europa League semi-final on their way to lifting the trophy in 2018.
Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Form Guide
Arsenal — Last 5 Matches (All Competitions)
- Fulham 0-1 Arsenal (Premier League)
- Arsenal 2-0 West Ham (Premier League)
- Arsenal 2-0 Olympiacos (Champions League)
- Newcastle 1-2 Arsenal (Premier League)
- Port Vale 0-2 Arsenal (League Cup)
Atletico Madrid — Last 5 Matches (All Competitions)
- Atletico Madrid 1-0 Osasuna (La Liga)
- Celta Vigo 1-1 Atletico Madrid (La Liga)
- Atletico Madrid 5-1 Eintracht Frankfurt (Champions League)
- Atletico Madrid 5-2 Real Madrid (La Liga)
- Atletico Madrid 3-2 Rayo Vallecano (La Liga)
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Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Score Prediction
As mentioned, the Gunners have conceded just one goal in their last five games and remarkably just three in their opening 11 games of the season.
However, Julian Alvarez has seven in 10 so far this season and is capable of scoring from anywhere. Atletico also put five past Real a few weeks back and look a good bet for a goal.
Mind you, so do Arsenal, and it might be set pieces that once again see them secure the win.
Prediction: Arsenal 2-1 Atletico Madrid (15/2 with Bet365)
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Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Team News
Arsenal Team News
- Martin Odegaard remains the big absentee, with the Arsenal captain set to be out for the next six weeks with a shoulder injury.
- Piero Hincapie could return to the squad with the new signing playing just one minute so far following a groin issue.
- Mikel Arteta may opt for Mikel Merino over Eberechi Eze in midfield, while Gabriel Martinelli — scorer of two Champions League goals this season — might get the nod over the match-winner at Fulham, Leandro Trossard.
Atletico Madrid Team News
- Atletico will be without Nico Gonzalez after the attacker sustained a head injury in the win over Osasuna, with concussion protocols meaning he will have to sit out.
- Simeone may start his son, Giuliano, in his place but has plenty of other options from a near-fully fit squad.
Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineups
This is how we think these two sides will line up, with Mikel Arteta beefing up his midfield with the inclusion of Mikel Merino and Gabriel Martinelli getting the nod over Leandro Trossard.
Arsenal predicted lineup to play Atletico Madrid
(4-3-3) Raya (GK) — Timber, Gabriel, Saliba, Calafiori — Zubimendi, Rice, Merino — Saka, Martinelli, Gyokeres
Atletico Madrid predicted lineup to play Arsenal
(4-4-2) Oblak (GK) — Llorente, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri — Simeone, Barrios, Gallagher, Almada — Griezmann, Alvarez
Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Betting Odds
- Arsenal to Win: 8/13 AK Bets
- Atletico Madrid to Win: 5/1 BetVictor
- Draw: 31/10 Bet365
Bet Builder Tips: Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid
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How to watch Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid: Live stream, TV channel
Here's all the key information on how to watch Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid tonight.
- Date: Tuesday, October 21
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
- Time: 8:00 p.m.
- TV/Stream: Amazon Prime