English outfit Arsenal will host Greek side Olympiakos in the second group game of the Champions League campaign tonight at Emirates Stadium.
Kick-Off: 19:45 BST
Date: Tuesday, 29th September, 2015
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
Referee: Bas Nijhuis (Netherlands)
Possible Lineups:
- Arsene Wenger has a lot to concern with as several players will be missing this game due to injury and suspension.
- Olivier Giroud is suspended for this game. Theo Walcott is likely to continue at the striking role.
- Tomas Rosicky, Danny Welbeck and Jack Wilshere remain on the sidelines through injuries. Mathieu Flamini has also joined the injury list recently.
- Francis Coquelin is doubtful for this game.
- Aaron Ramsey is expected to get a deeper role in the midfield which will bring Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in the right attacking position.
- Gabriel Paulista has returned from suspension but is expected to start from the bench.
Olympiakos
- The Greek outfit has only few players who are expected to miss the game due to various problems.
- Manuel da Costa is out with an injury.
- Luka Milivojevic is suspended for this clash.
- Giannis Maniatis has returned but is not match fit.
- Alejandro Domínguez is doubtful for this game.
Stats:
- In last six games between Arsenal and Olympiakos, both have won thrice.
- Arsenal have conceded goals in two of their last three home games against Olympiakos.
- Olympiakos have conceded more than a goal in seven of their last eight Champions League games.
- The Gunners are unbeaten against Olympiakos at home in all competitions.
Prediction:
Arsenal 3 – 1 Olympiakos, Alexis Sanchez and Theo Walcott on the scoresheet for the home side.
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