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After a nightmare fortnight in the domestic cup competitions, Arsenal will aim to get back on track as they face Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter-final first leg. Talk of an unprecedented quadruple has been put to bed following defeat in the Carabao Cup final and a shock FA Cup exit at the weekend, but the Gunners can still end the season with at least one piece of silverware.
Mikel Arteta has said "the most beautiful period of the season" is ahead of his side, though there will need to be an improvement in results and performances in the next 12 days in order to get over the line. Arsenal have been boosted by the returns of Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard, while Gabriel has shaken off a knock to feature but Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze and Jurrien Timber remain sidelined.
An interesting sub-plot to tonight's clash is the reception Viktor Gyokeres will get on his first return to Sporting since his summer transfer. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog, featuring expert insight and analysis from Matt Verri from the Estadio Jose Alvalade.
How to watch
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video. Coverage starts at 6.30pm BST ahead of an 8pm kick-off.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Amazon Prime Video website or app.
Live coverage: You can follow all the action right here via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Matt Verri at the ground.
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The Gunners need to get their season back on track after losing the Carabao Cup final and then being knocked out of the FA Cup in successive games.
Sporting, though, are sure to provide a stern test having won all five home games in the Champions League this season.
We’ll have all the latest updates, build-up and team news right here ahead of kick-off, which comes at 8pm BST from the Estadio Jose Alvalade. Stick with us!
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