This week sees the return of the UEFA Europa League, with FC Zurich taking on Mikel Arteta’s formidable Arsenal team at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday. FC Zurich has struggled this season and is currently rooted to the bottom of the Swiss Super League and UEFA Europa League standings. The away team narrowly beat Sion by one goal over the weekend, and they will have to put in a lot of effort in this match to get the same result.
On the other hand, Arsenal is currently atop the Premier League and has performed above expectations thus far this season. After losing by a score of 2-0 to PSV Eindhoven in their previous Europa League match, Arsenal will need to win this week to finish first in their group.
Prediction
Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have performed admirably and continue to be one of the favorites to win the UEFA Europa League this season. The Gunners cannot afford to lose this game because they are tied with PSV Eindhoven for first place in their group.
FC Zurich can be powerful on their day, but if they want to win this match, they’ll have to play hard. On paper, Arsenal appears to be superior and ought to prevail in this match.
Head-To-Head
| Team | Zürich | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 1 | 1 |
| Win | 0 | 1 |
| Draw | 0 | 0 |
| Lose | 1 | 0 |
| Score | 1:2 | 2:1 |
| Goals Scored | 1 | 2 |
| Goals Allowed | 2 | 1 |
Lineup
Arsenal possible starting lineup:
- Ramsdale;
- Tomiyasu,
- Holding,
- Gabriel,
- Tierney;
- Odegaard,
- Lokonga,
- Vieira;
- Nelson,
- Nketiah,
- Martinelli
FC Zurich possible starting lineup:
- Brecher;
- Mets,
- Aliti,
- Kamberi;
- Boranijasevic,
- Selnaes,
- Conde,
- Guerrero;
- Marchesano;
- Okita,
- Tosin
Betting Tips
Tip Number 1: Result – Arsenal
Tip Number 2: Game to score over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip Number 3: Arsenal to keep a clean sheet – Yes
Tip Number 4: Eddie Nketiah to score – Yes