Get ready for a blockbuster Champions League clash as Arsenal welcome Atlético de Madrid to the Emirates Stadium this Tuesday, May 5. Kick-off is at 20:00, and you can catch all the action live on Amazon Prime.
Both sides head into this tie in fine form. Arsenal are riding high after a dominant 3-0 Premier League victory over Fulham on May 2, extending their unbeaten run to three matches. The Gunners have been particularly strong at home, suffering just three defeats in their last 29 outings on familiar turf. They've also found the back of the net in four consecutive games, showcasing their attacking firepower.
On the other side, Atlético de Madrid are no strangers to momentum. Diego Simeone's men secured a solid 0-2 away win against Valencia in La Liga on the same day, and they're currently on a three-match unbeaten streak. The Colchoneros have been prolific in front of goal, scoring in 14 straight matches—an impressive run that includes six consecutive away games finding the net. However, their travels have been mixed, with just one draw in their last 11 road trips.
When these two giants last met, it ended in a 1-1 stalemate. The managerial duel adds another layer of intrigue: Arsenal's Mikel Arteta has faced Simeone twice, recording one win and one draw, while the Argentine tactician has a more even record against the Gunners—one win, two draws, and one defeat in four encounters.
Looking at the likely lineups, Arsenal could field a strong XI featuring David Raya in goal, a defensive line of Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, and Riccardo Calafiori, with Declan Rice and Myles Lewis-Skelly in midfield. The attacking trio of Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, and Leandro Trossard would support striker Viktor Gyökeres. For Atlético, Juan Musso is expected to start between the posts, with a back four of Javier Boñar, Clément Lenglet, Robin Le Normand, and Julio Díaz. Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada, Obed Vargas, and Rodrigo Mendoza could form the midfield, supporting forwards Javi Morcillo and Rayane Belaid.
With both teams in red-hot form and a history of tight contests, this promises to be a thrilling European night under the lights. Whether you're backing the Gunners' home dominance or Atlético's relentless scoring run, make sure you're geared up in your team's colors for what could be a decisive encounter.