Arsenal have had the upper hand against Dutch opposition.
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Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes may be fading, but the Gunners now shift their focus to the UEFA Champions League as they prepare for a crucial knockout stage clash against PSV Eindhoven.
Arsenal’s European Focus
After setbacks in domestic competitions, Arsenal’s best chance at silverware this season now lies in Europe.
They have shown strong form in the Champions League, winning their last four matches and scoring 13 goals along the way.
Historically, Arsenal have had the upper hand against Dutch opposition, losing just once in their last 14 encounters.
Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven have struggled in recent weeks, winning just one of their last six matches in all competitions.
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They come into this fixture following a 3-2 defeat against Go Ahead Eagles, which could impact their confidence against an in-form Arsenal side.
PSV Eindhoven: Team News and Predicted Line-up
PSV will be missing several key players for this fixture. Malik Tillman (leg injury) and Ricardo Pepi (knee injury), two of their top scorers, are sidelined.
Teenage winger Esmir Bajraktarevic and defender Mauro Junior are also unavailable.
However, captain Luuk de Jong is expected to feature in what will be his 50th Champions League appearance.
PSV Eindhoven Predicted Line-up
Benitez – Ledezma, Flamingo, Boscagli, Malacia – Veerman, Schouten – Bakayoko, Saibari, Lang – De Jong
Arsenal: Team News and Predicted Line-up
Arsenal continue to deal with injuries to key players.
Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli remain out with hamstring issues, while Gabriel Jesus (ACL) and Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee) face extended recovery periods.
A positive for Mikel Arteta is the return of Myles Lewis-Skelly, who missed the previous match due to suspension.
Arsenal Predicted Line-up
Raya – Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly – Odegaard, Partey, Rice – Nwaneri, Merino, Trossard
How to Watch PSV vs. Arsenal
Fans can watch the game live on Amazon Prime Video, with radio coverage available on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Key Match Stats
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- Arsenal are winless in their last four away matches against Dutch clubs.
- PSV knocked Arsenal out of the Champions League in the 2006/07 last-16 stage.
- Arsenal have won their last four Champions League games, scoring 13 goals and conceding only twice.
- These two teams met in the group stage last season, with Arsenal winning 4-0 at home and drawing 1-1 away.
Referee for the Match
Spanish referee Jesus Gil Manzano will officiate this encounter. He averages 3.6 yellow cards per match in the Champions League, significantly lower than his 6.7 average in La Liga.
This fixture presents Arsenal with a crucial opportunity to make a strong statement in Europe. Will they capitalize on PSV’s recent struggles, or can the Dutch side pull off an upset at home?