With a 7-1 lead heading into tonight’s Champions League last-16 second leg, Arsenal are overwhelming favourites to eliminate PSV Eindhoven and set up a quarter-final tie against either Atletico Madrid or Real Madrid. Barring an unlikely collapse in north London, the Gunners will be going to the Spanish capital next month as they look to win the competition for the first time.
Mikel Arteta has demanded professionalism from his players, though last week’s absolutely ruthless performance means the Arsenal boss has earned the right to rotate where he sees fit. As a result, the likes of Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Declan Rice and Ethan Nwaneri could all be rested with Jakub Kiwior, Jorginho and Raheem Sterling handed rare starts.
PSV require a minor miracle to advance, but in truth, their target is to give a better account for themselves after what happened in Eindhoven and come into the tie on the back of a much needed victory at the weekend. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings at the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal vs PSV latest news
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Arsenal vs PSV prediction
It’s hard to see PSV being as poor as they were in the first leg. Whilst the tie is ultimately beyond them, they have nothing to lose and will surely be out to give a better account of themselves.
If they sit deep and look to frustrate Arsenal, it could work in their favour as the Gunners have struggled against deep blocks in recent weeks.
However, Arteta’s side seem to save their best attacking performances for the Champions League and whatever team he selects should have enough to claim victory, though another big scoreline seems unlikely.
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Arsenal team news: Sterling to start?
Arsenal could hand Raheem Sterling a rare start tonight.
The winger has struggled for chances since joining Arsenal on loan from Chelsea last summer and was an unused substitute during the 1-1 draw against Manchester United at the weekend.
However, Sterling may come into the team as Mikel Arteta is expected to make changes. Gabriel Martinelli is also in line to start as he continues his comeback from a hamstring injury.
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How to watch Arsenal vs PSV
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 2. Coverage starts at 7pm GMT ahead of an 8pm kick-off.
Live stream: Fans can catch the contest live online via the Discovery+ app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings at the Emirates Stadium.
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Hello and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Arsenal vs PSV Eindhoven
Following a huge 7-1 victory in last week's first leg, Mikel Arteta's side are all but assured of a Champions League quarter-final tie against one of the Madrid clubs next month. Tonight is simply a case of the Guuners staying professional, avoiding injuries and getting the job done.
We’ll have all the latest updates, build-up and team news right here ahead of kick-off, which comes at 8pm GMT from the Emirates Stadium. Stick with us!