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On March 17, 2026, at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal host Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Arsenal's recent form and home record suggest a slight edge, but Leverkusen's resilience keeps this tight. Expect an engaging contest with a leaning towards Arsenal staying unbeaten, making the Double Chance: Arsenal or draw a strong option.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 4 | 19 | 24 | W W W W W |
| 16 |
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8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 14 | -1 | 12 | W L D W W |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Home | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 56% | 44% | 0% |
| Home | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Away | 60% | 40% | 0% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 |
| Home | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Away | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 45% | 36% | 18% |
| Home | 33% | 50% | 17% |
| Away | 60% | 20% | 20% |
Arsenal enter the match on a high after a dominant 4-1 victory in a friendly at Emirates Stadium, while Leverkusen drew 1-1 with Arsenal at BayArena in their latest competitive encounter. Arsenal's consistent form and home advantage at Emirates set a slight edge, but Leverkusen's resilience in tight fixtures keeps this contest open.
Arsenalâs squad features a balanced mix of experienced and young players, with key attackers like Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka ready to lead the attack. Leverkusen counters with disciplined defenders and a creative midfield led by Ălex Grimaldo and Lucas VĂĄzquez, aiming to replicate their drawing performance at BayArena.
If Arsenal scores first in the match at Emirates Stadium, expect a cautious Leverkusen to attempt a comeback, potentially stretching the game and seeking set-piece opportunities. Conversely, if Leverkusen scores early, they might sit deeper, looking to protect their lead while Arsenal intensifies pressure to equalize, especially given their strong recent form.
Expect Arsenal to maintain high pressing and tempo at Emirates Stadium, exploiting Leverkusenâs defensive vulnerabilities. Midfield battles will be crucial, especially if Arsenal's creative unit can break down Leverkusenâs structure. Corners and team possession stats favor Arsenal, providing content for betting angles on set-piece opportunities and second-half dominance.
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Arsenal are favored to win or draw based on recent form, head-to-head matchups, and home advantage. Leverkusenâs resilience and away performance keep them competitive.