Sporting CP
Champions League
League Stage
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Arsenal
Sporting CP
Arsenal
1 - 5
Sporting CP and Arsenal lock horns at the Estadio José Alvalade in a UEFA Champions League clash brimming with intrigue. The hosts, brimming with confidence after a resounding domestic cup win, aim to keep their unbeaten European run intact. Meanwhile, the Gunners are desperate to turn around their fortunes on the continent and climb back into the knockout spots. It’s a classic Portugal vs England showdown with everything to play for.
To break this fixture down, we’ve taken a deep dive into both sides’ recent form, tactics, and key players. This promises to be a proper European battle, with Sporting’s red-hot form up against an Arsenal side looking to rediscover their scoring boots in what could be a thrilling encounter.
Life without Ruben Amorim started with a bang for Sporting CP as they battered Amarante 6-0 in the cup, giving interim boss João Pereira the perfect debut. Yet, the stakes are far higher here, with Arsenal visiting Lisbon in a tie that could further solidify Sporting’s European credentials. The Lions are unbeaten in Europe this term (W3, D1), including a jaw-dropping 4-1 hammering of Manchester City on matchday four, and they’ve notched nine straight wins at home, scoring 30 goals in the process.
Sporting’s tactical approach hinges on the brilliance of Viktor Gyökeres, who’s been tearing it up in the Champions League with five goals and one assist. The Swede is on the verge of making club history and will be a key figure in breaking down Arsenal’s backline. Defensively, Sporting have held their own, but Pereira’s tactical tweaks will be tested against the pace and precision of their English opponents.
Arsenal bounced back from a rough patch with a dominant 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest at the weekend, a result that ended a three-match winless streak. However, their Champions League form has been patchy at best, with just two wins from four games (W2, D1, L1). A 1-0 defeat to Inter last time out leaves the Gunners outside the top eight, and with a tricky away record in Europe (D2, L3 in their last five UCL games), they’ll need a big performance to claim the points.
Mikel Arteta will rely on his side’s defensive solidity, led by William Saliba, who scored on Arsenal’s last visit to Lisbon. Yet, the Gunners' attack remains a concern, with just three goals in four UCL outings. Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka need to step up, while new signing Declan Rice could play a pivotal role in controlling the midfield battle.
Sporting will fancy their chances on home turf, buoyed by their superb form and a raucous crowd. Expect the hosts to play with flair and aggression, using Gyökeres as the focal point to stretch Arsenal’s defence. Their confidence and momentum could see them take the game to the Gunners, especially early on.
Arsenal, however, have the quality to turn the tide. Arteta’s men are no strangers to high-pressure games, and they’ll look to control possession while exploiting spaces on the counter. It could come down to who handles the big moments better, with the Gunners needing to overcome their travel woes to salvage their European ambitions.
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For this cracking encounter, our Sporting CP vs Arsenal Tip points to a 2-2 draw. Both teams have the firepower to trouble each other, and a share of the spoils seems likely given Arsenal’s struggles on the road and Sporting’s impressive home form. As for the Sporting CP vs Arsenal Bet, backing both teams to score and over 2.5 goals could be the smart move. Keep an eye on the Sporting CP vs Arsenal lineups for any surprises that might shift the dynamics furthe
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14.12.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Boavista | 3-2 |
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10.12.2024. | Club Brugge | VS | Sporting CP | 2-1 |
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05.12.2024. | Moreirense | VS | Sporting CP | 2-1 |
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30.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Santa Clara | 0-1 |
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26.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Arsenal | 1-5 |
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22.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Amarante | 6-0 |
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10.11.2024. | Sporting Braga | VS | Sporting CP | 2-4 |
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05.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Manchester City | 4-1 |
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01.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Estrela Amadora | 5-1 |
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18.12.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Santa Clara | 1-1 |
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14.12.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Boavista | 3-2 |
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30.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Santa Clara | 0-1 |
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26.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Arsenal | 1-5 |
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22.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Amarante | 6-0 |
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05.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Manchester City | 4-1 |
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01.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Estrela Amadora | 5-1 |
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05.10.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Casa Pia | 2-0 |
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22.09.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | AVS | 3-0 |
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17.09.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Lille | 2-0 |
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10.12.2024. | Club Brugge | VS | Sporting CP | 2-1 |
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05.12.2024. | Moreirense | VS | Sporting CP | 2-1 |
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10.11.2024. | Sporting Braga | VS | Sporting CP | 2-4 |
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26.10.2024. | Famalicão | VS | Sporting CP | 0-3 |
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22.10.2024. | Sturm Graz | VS | Sporting CP | 0-2 |
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18.10.2024. | Portimonense | VS | Sporting CP | 1-2 |
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01.10.2024. | PSV | VS | Sporting CP | 1-1 |
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27.09.2024. | Estoril | VS | Sporting CP | 0-3 |
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13.09.2024. | Arouca | VS | Sporting CP | 0-3 |
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23.08.2024. | Farense | VS | Sporting CP | 0-5 |
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18.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Crystal Palace | 3-2 |
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14.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Everton | 0-0 |
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11.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Monaco | 3-0 |
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08.12.2024. | Fulham | VS | Arsenal | 1-1 |
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04.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Manchester United | 2-0 |
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30.11.2024. | West Ham | VS | Arsenal | 2-5 |
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26.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Arsenal | 1-5 |
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23.11.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Nottingham Forest | 3-0 |
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10.11.2024. | Chelsea | VS | Arsenal | 1-1 |
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06.11.2024. | Inter | VS | Arsenal | 1-0 |
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18.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Crystal Palace | 3-2 |
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14.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Everton | 0-0 |
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11.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Monaco | 3-0 |
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04.12.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Manchester United | 2-0 |
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23.11.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Nottingham Forest | 3-0 |
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27.10.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Liverpool | 2-2 |
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22.10.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Shakhtar Donetsk | 1-0 |
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05.10.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Southampton | 3-1 |
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01.10.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Paris Saint Germain | 2-0 |
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28.09.2024. | Arsenal | VS | Leicester | 4-2 |
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08.12.2024. | Fulham | VS | Arsenal | 1-1 |
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30.11.2024. | West Ham | VS | Arsenal | 2-5 |
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26.11.2024. | Sporting CP | VS | Arsenal | 1-5 |
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10.11.2024. | Chelsea | VS | Arsenal | 1-1 |
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06.11.2024. | Inter | VS | Arsenal | 1-0 |
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02.11.2024. | Newcastle | VS | Arsenal | 1-0 |
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30.10.2024. | Preston | VS | Arsenal | 0-3 |
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19.10.2024. | Bournemouth | VS | Arsenal | 2-0 |
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22.09.2024. | Manchester City | VS | Arsenal | 2-2 |
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19.09.2024. | Atalanta | VS | Arsenal | 0-0 |
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Wyatt grew up in the suburbs of London and he is a big Chelsea fan. As a young boy, he found his love for football, which became an obsession, but when he tried playing it he soon realized that he just wasn't talented enough. Bearing that in mind, Wyatt decided to learn everything there is to know about all the teams and players, with special focus on Premier League and Championship . Wyatt has a big affection for Championship and he is well versed in all the teams and knows their advantages and weak spots very well. He is an economist, and being one makes him good with numbers and also good with the odds. His specialty are BTTS matches.