What a game we have at the Emirates Stadium tonight as Arsenal host the defending champions Real Madrid. This is the first leg with the 2nd taking place next week at El Bernabeu, the Gunners will not want to head to Spain chasing a result. This could mean we see a tighter game than normal from these two typically entertaining sides, however with Arsenal’s defensive injuries expect Mbappe and Vinicius Jr to play an important role.
I’ve put together a strong bet builder including the following picks: Mbappe 1+ SOT, Saka 1+ Shot, Vini Jr 1+ Shot, Bellingham 1+ Tackle and Camavinga 1+ Foul at 1.70.
The Trophy the Gunners Want
The Champions League trophy is one that has evaded Arsenal, fans would love the chance to celebrate lifting the iconic cup. However, they are up against the best side in Champions League history. Mbappe has had a Shot on Target in every UCL game this season apart from his last game against Atletico Madrid. The French forward is up against an Arsenal defence who are missing a vital player in Gabriel who injured his hamstring against Fulham.
Coincidentally, Saka is now back in action after recovering from his hamstring injury and should be set to make his first start tonight. He looks great for a shot on target as he has seen at least one in his last nine home games, however we are just going for a shot in this bet builder. We are also backing Vinicius Jr to have a single shot, he has had one in every Champions League game this season.
Pressure on Madrid
After their shock home defeat to Valencia on the weekend, the LaLiga title looks to be in the hands of Barcelona. This may be playing on the minds of the Madrid players who will need to bounce back and focus on the game at hand. This is where the last two selections come in, we’ve gone for a Bellingham tackle. He has seen at least 1 in 16/18 away league or UCL matches. Camavinga has conceded at least 1 foul in his last six away matches and will be up against a tricky Arsenal side who will be gunning for a goal.
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