Arsenal host Atletico Madrid in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final on May 5 (night), IST, with the tie finely balanced at 1-1. The first leg in Madrid saw both sides score from the penalty spot, leaving everything to play for in London.
Mikel Arteta’s side return home with strong momentum. They have won five of their six Champions League matches at the Emirates this season and remain one of the most solid defensive units in the competition. Atletico, managed by Diego Simeone, arrive with confidence after rotating their squad in domestic action and showing resilience in the first leg.
Team news brings a boost for Arsenal as Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz are expected to be available. Bukayo Saka is set to start, while the attack could again be led by Viktor Gyokeres. Atletico will rely on key players like Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez, who has been in strong form this season.
This match carries high stakes, with the winner advancing to the final later this month. Both teams have shown tactical discipline, and another tight contest is expected.
Predicted lineups
Arsenal: Raya; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Odegaard, Martinelli; Gyokeres
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Witsel, Reinildo; De Paul, Koke, Saul; Griezmann, Alvarez, Morata
Prediction
Arsenal 1-1 Atletico Madrid. Arsenal to win on penalties.
Home advantage and recent form give Arsenal a slight edge to reach the final.