Verdict: Arsenal win to nil
Best odds: 21/20
Betting house: Dachbet
Turning their attention to Champions League action on Tuesday night, Arsenal will travel to the Fortuna Arena when they take on Slavia Prague.
Slavia Prague
As for the visitors, while Slavia Prague might have claimed back-to-back home wins over the past week, Jindrich Trpisovsky’s men have struggled to find any real stability over the past six weeks. The Czech giants, who have only won a couple of their previous seven appearances in all competitions, are still hoping to claim a first Champions League victory. However, despite facing what is a monumental challenge at the Fortuna Arena, Slavia should find solace in their tough defensive success. Last seen in European action in a tough 0-0 draw against Italian side Atalanta, Tuesday’s hosts have kept a clean sheet in their last seven consecutive games. In fact, Trpisovsky’s side has not launched a single blow in almost 500 minutes of action.
Slavia Prague Team News
Dealing with what has become an injury list either side of the October international break, Slavia Prague will once again be without the likes of David Doudera, Tomas Holes, Dominik Javorcek and Slovak international Ivan Schranz.
While former Plzen goalscorer Tomas Chory may have failed to find the net in any of his eight previous appearances for club and country, the 30-year-old should maintain his place at the front of the line. Completing a permanent move from Torino last year, David Zima will start at the heart of Trpisovsky and start at the heart of the Slavia defence.
Arsenal
As for the visitors, while Arsenal might have closed the 2024/25 campaign without a single trophy to show for their troubles, the Gunners are almost universally regarded as the main contenders for the Premier League title this time around. Last seen over the weekend claiming a routine 2-0 victory at Burnley, Mikel Arteta’s men have won all of their previous nine appearances in all competitions. With the atmosphere in north London red hot, the Gunners have also earned a real reputation for their defensive steel. As well as conceding just one goal from open play so far this season, Arsenal have also kept a clean sheet in their last seven consecutive games. With their sights set on mounting a real charge in the Champions League this season, Arteta’s side will be looking to make another statement here.
Arsenal Team News
Even with their respective knee injuries, Arsenal will travel to the Czech Republic without the quartet of Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke and captain Martin Odegaard. However, despite missing the game against Burnley at the weekend, Gabriel Martinelli could return to Arteta’s traveling squad.
England international Myles Lewis-Skelly could receive a full retirement at left-back and replace Ricardo Calafiori. Despite making a quick return on Saturday afternoon and partnering Gabriel Magalhaes at Turf Moor, defensive talisman William Saliba could be in for a rest here.
Slavia Prague vs Arsenal Key factors to consider
- The last time Arsenal traveled to Slavia Prague in April 2021, the Gunners claimed a 4-0 Europa League victory at the Fortuna Arena.
- Arsenal have won their previous nine consecutive appearances in all competitions.
- The Gunners have shipped just one goal from open play so far this season.
- Arsenal have won their first three appearances in the Champions League by an aggregate score of 8-0.
- Slavia Prague have kept a clean sheet in their last five appearances in all competitions.
Conclusion
Embarking on what has been a sensational purple run, Arsenal will look to make another statement here. Winning their first three Champions League appearances by an aggregate score of 8-0, Arteta’s men are dreaming of the opportunity to mount a genuine European charge this season. With a 4-0 thrashing in their last trip to Slavia Prague in April 2021, Arsenal are rightfully installed as a top contender at the Fortuna Arena. Two courses that have earned a reputation for defensive steel, don’t be surprised to find opportunities are slim.
Verdict: Arsenal win to nil
Best odds: 21/20
Betting house: Dachbet
