Slavia Prague vs Arsenal Prediction
🔊 Will Slavia Prague become the fourth team this season to break through Arsenal's defense? Mikel Arteta's squad are on a streak of seven consecutive clean sheets. However, the Czech side are seasoned European competitors. At the "Fortuna Arena," where the upcoming match will take place, the "red and whites" have scored in 14 consecutive Champions League games. Which side has a better chance of extending their streak? Let's dive into the analysis with our editorial team's predictions.
Head-to-Head
📊 The last time these clubs met was in the quarter-finals of the 2020/21 Europa League. The first leg in London ended in a high-scoring draw (1-1). However, in Prague, the hosts succumbed to the visitors' pressure, losing 0-4.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Slavia Prague Team Overview
The Prague side have kicked off the season in the Czech league with their usual strength, drawing only three times in 11 matches. However, Jindřich Trpišovský's team has faced challenges in the Champions League, where they are yet to secure a win. In the first round, Slavia met Bodø/Glimt and squandered a two-goal lead (2-2). This was followed by a defeat to Inter (0-3), marking the start of a slump. Subsequently, Slavia went four matches without a victory, though a goalless draw with Atalanta (0-0) can be considered a significant achievement. Despite six draws in the league, the "Red and Whites" currently top the standings. They ended their winless streak with two victories: one in the Czech First League and another in the cup.
Jindřich Trpišovský has an extensive array of attacking options. Even with top scorer Vasil Kušej (4 goals, 4 assists) not in peak form and scoreless for six matches, there are others stepping up. Recently, new heroes have emerged in the team-Mojmír Chytil and Tomáš Chorý. Together, they have contributed four goal involvements (2 goals, 2 assists) over the last two matches.
Match Results: Slavia Prague
Arsenal Team Overview
Arsenal, unlike Slavia, didn't seize the top spot in their league right away. However, since the 7th round, Mikel Arteta's side have not only been on an impeccable run but have also kept clean sheets. This form extends to the Champions League, where the Londoners boast three shutout victories. Their 4-0 thrashing of Atletico Madrid was particularly impressive. In that match, the Gunners outperformed their opponents not only in shots (19 to 11) but also in expected goals (2.92 xG to 0.74 xG). It was their highest-scoring game in the last 11 matches, as Arsenal haven't scored more than two goals in any other game during this stretch.
Victor Gyökeres has found decent form after a nine-match goalless streak. Interestingly, he ended that drought with a brace against Atletico Madrid. The Swedish forward has netted three goals in just three Champions League appearances. In the latest Premier League round against Burnley, Gyökeres not only scored the winning goal but was also named man of the match. Yet, the main driving force behind Mikel Arteta's team is their defense. The standout performer in this area is Gabriel. The Brazilian center-back not only fortifies the backline but also contributes offensively. Over the last four games, he averages one goal contribution per match (1 goal, 3 assists).
Match Results: Arsenal
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Slavia Prague
❌ Slavia have a lengthy injury list. The most significant absences are in defense: Tomáš Holeš, Jan Bořil, Igoh Ogbu, Dominik Javorčík, and Youssoufa Mbow. The latter is the team's top scorer in the Champions League, having netted a brace against Bodø/Glimt. Midfielder Petr Ševčík and forward Ivan Schranz are also sidelined.
Arsenal
🎙 Arsenal's head coach shared his thoughts on their victory over Burnley in the league, praising certain players from his squad. "Once again, an outstanding defensive performance, we allowed nothing. There's a reason why Burnley have only lost one home match in the last 18 months, to Liverpool in the dying seconds. Gyökeres had one of his best matches for us. Declan Rice really showed his quality. I can't imagine how many duels he won and how many balls he recovered. He's reached a new level as a player," said Mikel Arteta.
❌ Arsenal are suffering from injuries just as much as Slavia. Since the start of the season, Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz have been sidelined. Later on, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Ødegaard also went down. In the match against Burnley, the Gunners lost Viktor Gyökeres and Martín Zubimendi. The Swede was substituted at halftime due to a muscle injury but might still make the squad. As for the Spaniard, he wouldn’t have played in the third round of the Champions League anyway due to an accumulation of yellow cards.
🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards
The main referee for the match is Aliyar Agayev from Azerbaijan. His average yellow card count over the last five matches stands at 4.6. Arsenal have excelled in defensive play, managing to stop their opponents with minimal contact. This is evident from their low number of cautions-just two yellow cards in their last six matches.
Slavia may not be as skilled, but they are not a rough team either. In three Champions League rounds, the Prague side never received more bookings than their opponents, averaging two per game. We believe the match in Prague won't be marred by rough play. Our prediction: total yellow cards under 3.5.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
We previously noted Slavia's slump, which began in the second round of the Champions League and lasted five matches. While they have moved past it, it significantly impacted Jindřich Trpišovský's team, as they managed to score just one goal during that stretch. Arsenal's defensive prowess needs no further mention. The Gunners have kept seven consecutive clean sheets and have played 13 out of 15 games without conceding this season. Despite Slavia's goal-scoring streak of 14 matches at the "Fortuna Arena" in the Champions League, we believe Londoners are more likely to extend their clean sheet run. Editor's choice: both teams to score (no).
🚩 Corner Prediction
Slavia face numerous defensive absences, affecting their positional play. The midfield struggles to distribute the ball from deep without defensive support. Despite two recent domestic victories with a combined score of 6-0, Slavia's average possession reached only 48.5%. This impacts not only their ability to create chances in open play but also the number of set pieces. In the Champions League matches against Inter and Atalanta, the "red and whites" earned just three corners in total. We suggest focusing on a lower count for the hosts and opting for Slavia total corners under 3.5.
Editorial Prediction
The teams have varying resources to compete across multiple tournaments simultaneously. Arsenal, despite some personnel setbacks, are handling the packed schedule brilliantly, riding a nine-match winning streak across all competitions. Mikel Arteta's tactical genius allows the Gunners to operate efficiently at times, thanks to a solid defense that has kept David Raya's goal untouched for seven consecutive games.
As the number of matches increases, Slavia have started to struggle creatively. Following their loss to Inter in the Champions League, the Red and Whites have managed just one goal in four matches. While the results of their last two games showed that even with a reduced squad, the Czechs still know how to score, they now face a return to European competition-the very stage where their recent slump began. We anticipate another routine victory for the English side (2-0), as the level of opposition permits it. In this scenario, a bet on Arsenal to win with a -1.5 handicap seems well-founded.
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Betting Tips: Slavia Prague - Arsenal
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