Sevilla FC is looking to claim the second spot in their group with a win against Arsenal, who remains unbeaten in their campaign in the Champions League. When it comes to their group standings, Arsenal‘s campaign proves why they are at the top of the standings. They are at the top with six points, while Sevilla is sitting at the third with just two points, remaining to be winless. Moreover, when it comes to the European stage, Arsenal is the dominating side. They were able to win two of their three matches prior to this match, while Sevilla remaining to be winless against them. The meeting between Sevilla and Arsenal is on November 9, 2023, at 4:00 AM (GMT+8).
Sevilla FC
Diego Alonso made his Champions League debut for Sevilla, keeping Arsenal at arm’s length before Jesus’s pass allowed Gabriel Martinelli to score. However, the Brazilian failed to control Jesus in the second half, doubling the Gunners’ lead. Nemanja Gudelj’s header sealed the game, leaving Sevilla’s fightback incomplete. Los Palanganas remain without a top-flight European win this season, and despite a superior goal difference, they currently face PSV Eindhoven for the Europa League trophy. Sevilla has managed to avoid defeat in three consecutive domestic games since losing to the Gunners, all of which have come on the road. They have a measly six draws and two losses from their last eight top-tier European games on the road.
Sevilla’s draw against Celta Vigo was a result of a lack of key players, including Sergio Ramos, Fernando, Marcao, Alfonso Pastor, Orjan Nyland, and Marcos Acuna, who are all nursing calf and back issues. Youssef En-Nesyri is expected to return to the attack.
Arsenal
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta took a sharp stance on officiating after his side’s 11-game unbeaten streak ended. The Gunners suffered a controversial win against Newcastle United, with Kai Havertz and Bruno Guimaraes escaping potential red cards. Arteta criticized the refereeing standards in the Premier League, calling it “disgrace,” “sick,” and “embarrassed.” Despite the defeat, Arsenal remains at the top of their Champions League section with six points, one better off than Lens and four clear of PSV Eindhoven and upcoming opponents Sevilla. A Gabriel Jesus masterclass at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan could secure a last-16 berth, as a victory over Sevilla and a Lens win over PSV would ensure an early top-two finish for the North London club.
Martin Odegaard was ruled out of the squad for the defeat to Newcastle due to a hip problem. Thomas Partey, Emile Smith Rowe, Jurrien Timber, and Jesus will watch from the sidelines. Eddie Nketiah is doubtful due to a knock. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Fabio Vieira, and Leandro Trossard could potentially challenge for a spot.
Prediction:
Arsenal (1.5)
Odd: -0.88
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