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Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid Prediction, Lineups, Odds and Bet Builder Tips for Champions League Semi
Arsenal must win after 90 minutes to reach their second Champions League final, with Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz fitness in doubt.
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Arsenal hosts Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium in London for the Champions League semifinal second leg, kicking off at 8 p.m. BST with the tie locked at 1-1.
A 1-1 draw in last Wednesday's first leg sets the stage after Julian Alvarez's penalty equalized for Atletico following Viktor Gyokeres' earlier spot-kick for Arsenal.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta emphasized his team's readiness, stating "his hunger is at the highest possible height," while the Gunners remain unbeaten at home in this competition.
Atletico coach Diego Simeone rested his squad through heavy rotation in a recent La Liga win, telling observers "Rarely have we seen such enthusiasm" from the fans.
Arsenal seeks to reach their first Champions League final in 20 years, with the winner facing either Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich in the final on May 30.