⚽ Arsenal vs. Sporting CP Prediction, Picks & Odds for Wednesday's Champions League Match
Arsenal are positioned to reach back-to-back Champions League semifinals for the first time in club history after escaping Portugal last week with a narrow win over Sporting CP. The Gunners take a 1-0 lead into the second leg at Emirates Stadium in London, where the action kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on Paramount+.
Arsenal are a -200 betting favorite to beat Sporting CP (+600), as my Arsenal vs. Sporting CP prediction focuses on the Gunners rebounding from a recent setback in the Premier League to seal a place in the Champions League semifinals.
⚽ Arsenal vs. Sporting CP predictions
See our experts' soccer picks based on the latest Champions League odds:
| Predictions | Best odds | Bet size | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal ML | -200 via bet365 | 1 unit -> 0.5 units | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Under 2.5 goals | -110 via bet365 | 0.5 units -> 0.5 units | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Arsenal clean sheet | +100 via bet365 | 1.5 units -> 1.5 units | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Viktor Gyokeres anytime goal-scorer | +120 via bet365 | 0.5 units -> 0.6 units | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Total wagered: 3.5 units | Max profit: 3.1 units
📃 Affiliate disclosure
Sportsbook Review may receive a commission if you sign up through our links. Not intended for use in MA. Bonuses not applicable in Ontario. 21+ only. (Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER)
💰 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP best bet
Check out all of our soccer betting analysis and expert predictions this season.
Arsenal ML (-200)
A home game against Sporting CP could be just what Arsenal need to build momentum heading into this weekend's clash with Manchester City after their latest setback in the Premier League title race.
Arsenal have turned the Emirates into a fortress this season, winning all six European games in North London. Only Paris Saint-Germain have managed to register a win at the Emirates over the last three seasons in the Champions League.
Meanwhile, Sporing have struggled on the road in the Champions League, winning just one of their five away fixtures this campaign.
Score prediction: Arsenal 2, Sporting CP 0 (Arsenal win 3-0 on aggregate)
🔥 Best Arsenal vs. Sporting CP prop bet
Arsenal clean sheet (+100)
Despite Arsenal's recent struggles domestically, the Gunners boast one of the best defensive records in the Champions League.
Head coach Mikel Arteta's team has kept five clean sheets, while limiting opponents to just five goals in 11 Champions League matches.
Expect Arsenal to dictate the pace of play Wednesday. They'll aim to control possession for a majority of the match in order to maintain their aggregate lead and limit opportunities for a Sporting side that play with more urgency compared to the first leg.
🙌 Best Arsenal vs. Sporting CP goal-scorer prediction
Viktor Gyokeres (+120)
After a quiet outing against his former team in the first leg, we're backing Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres to score against Sporting CP at the Emirates.
Gyokeres only had one shot on target in Lisbon, but Arsenal still won thanks to a Kai Havertz goal. However, the Swedish forward could benefit from increased chances Wednesday when Sporting CP commit bodies forward trying even the score on aggregate.
The 27-year-old has five goals in his last six games for club and country, bringing his season total to 22 since joining Arsenal last summer.
🚀 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP same-game parlay
The outcome of these three bets are intertwined, as we're looking for this game to be a low-scoring affair in which Arsenal win by keeping a clean sheet. This bet works if Arsenal employ a strict defensive approach to maintain their advantage. Things could get out of hand if Sporting CP are allowed to dictate play, which is unlikely given Arsenal's record at the Emirates Stadium.
💵 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP SGP picks
- Arsenal ML (-200)
- Under 2.5 goal (-110)
- Arsenal clean sheet (+120)
Best odds: +530 via bet365 (0.5 units -> 2.6 units)
⚖️ How I'm handicapping Arsenal vs. Sporting CP
We're expecting Arsenal to protect their narrow lead at home by slowing down the tempo Wednesday. They don't have much incentive to extend their lead and their defense is strong enough to contain Sporting, favoring the Under 2.5 goals.
The assignment will be harder if Declan Rice and other Arsenal stars aren't fit to play, but Arsenal have enough depth to get the job done against Sporting CP.
Sporting will be eager to score at the Emirates, potentially leaving them vulnerable at the back and creating spaces for Arsenal to exploit.
Arsenal vs. Sporting CP key stats
| Arsenal | Sporting CP | |
|---|---|---|
| Goals for | 27 | 22 |
| Goals against | 5 | 15 |
| Clean sheets | 7 | 2 |
| Shots on target | 76 | 61 |
📊 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP odds
Arsenal's odds have tightened, opening at -267 before shifting to -200 in the wake of the team's defeat to Bournemouth. The absences of captain Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka from Saturday's defeat have also contributed to hesitancy among bettors. The line could shift further if Declan Rice isn't available to play Wednesday.
🆚 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP projected lineups
Here are Wednesday's projected lineups for Arsenal vs. Sporting CP; lineups subject to change:
| Arsenal | Sporting CP |
|---|---|
| Raya | Silva |
| White | Fresneda |
| Saliba | Diomande |
| Gabriel | Inacio |
| Hincapie | Araujo |
| Zubimendi | Braganca |
| Rice | Hjulmand |
| Madueke | Catamo |
| Eze | Trincao |
| Trossard | Goncalves |
| Gyokeres | Suarez |
📈 Arsenal vs. Sporting CP betting trends
| Host | Statistic | Visitor |
|---|---|---|
| 10-1-0 | Season record | 6-1-4 |
| 4-3-1 | H2H record | 1-3-4 |
| W-L-L-W-L | Last 5 games | W-W-W-L-W |
| Lost 2-1 vs. Bournemouth | Previous result | Won 1-0 vs. Estrela da Amadora |
| Arsenal have lost just one of their last 12 games against Portuguese opposition. | Key stat | Sporting CP have only lost one of their previous 10 previous European two-legged ties against English teams. |
The mood around Arsenal shifted drastically following their victory over Sporting CP. The joy of winning the first leg was quickly undone after a shock 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth dented the club's hopes of winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.
The mood could be boosted Wednesday if stars such as Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard are available after they were among five players absent from Tuesday's training. If they can't play, look for the odds to shift slightly again.
🌤️ Arsenal vs. Sporting CP weather
The weather in North London on Wednesday is expected to be mostly cloudy with a low of 49. Rain during the day could make the playing surface slicker, while the wind is expected to have minimal impact during set-pieces.
📺 How to watch Arsenal vs. Sporting CP
- Date: Wednesday, April 15
- Kickoff: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Emirates Stadium (London, England)
- TV: Paramount+
❓ Arsenal vs. Sporting CP FAQ
Who is favored to win Arsenal vs. Sporting CP?
Arsenal are a -200 betting favorite against Sporting CP on Wednesday.
Who is the best Arsenal vs. Sporting CP bet?
The best bets for Arsenal vs. Sporting CP include Viktor Gyokeres to score (+120).
Where to watch Arsenal vs. Sporting CP in the US and Canada?
You can watch Arsenal vs. Sporting CP on Paramount+ in the United States, or stream the game on DAZN in Canada.
Related Articles
