Opposition

Brentford have issued team news ahead of their visit to Arsenal. With key players returning and others still out, Thomas Frank plots his tactical approach.

Marca says Ancelotti is “on the ropes” after Madrid’s defeat to Arsenal. Poor results, tactical issues and internal doubts now threaten his future.

Real Madrid have new injury concerns ahead of facing Arsenal in the Champions League. Key players are confirmed out, while others remain doubtful.

Arteta’s side ran 12km more than Madrid in a dominant UCL win. Arsenal exploited their fitness edge as Modrić and co. struggled to keep pace at the Emirates.

After a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal, Real Madrid are in turmoil. Fans, players and even Florentino Pérez are caught in the storm. What happens next could define their season.

Wesley Fofana is out for the season after injury in Chelsea’s loss to Arsenal. Lavia and Guiu may return

Ancelotti admits Arsenal were superior in their 3-0 win but warns Real Madrid aren’t finished yet: “Stranger things have happened at the Bernabéu.”

Courtois stunned by Rice’s free-kick masterclass but insists Real Madrid can turn it around at the Bernabéu. “We’ll give it everything,” he vows.

Ancelotti admitted Arsenal were better in three key areas after a 3–0 defeat in London. But he still believes the Bernabéu can work its old magic.

UEFA allows Rüdiger, Mbappé and Ceballos to face Arsenal despite misconduct charges, issuing fines and suspended bans for their behaviour after beating Atlético.

Everton could welcome back Iliman Ndiaye and Dwight McNeil for Arsenal’s visit to Goodison, while Jesper Lindstrøm is ruled out with a suspected groin issue.

Real Madrid face a goalkeeping dilemma ahead of their trip to Arsenal, with Lunin injured and Courtois still recovering from long-term knee problems.

UEFA are investigating Mbappé, Vinicius, Rüdiger and Ceballos for alleged indecent conduct, with potential bans looming before Real Madrid face Arsenal.

Courtois may miss Real Madrid’s clash with Arsenal as he continues to recover from injury. Lunin could step in as April brings a packed schedule for Madrid.

Real Madrid head to Arsenal without Tchouaméni, but Camavinga returns in top form. Injury updates on Courtois, Mendy, Ceballos and Fran García ahead of first leg.

Dani Ceballos hopes to return early from injury to face Arsenal in the Champions League, but Real Madrid remain cautious as the clock ticks down.

Saka’s return offers Arsenal a boost, but is it too late to challenge Liverpool? Van Dijk warns against complacency as the Gunners fight to stay in the race.

Enzo Maresca reacts to Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat at Arsenal, admitting they struggled early and lacked firepower with key attackers injured. He insists progress is being made.

Maresca concedes Chelsea are still trailing Arsenal but sees Sunday’s clash as a chance to close the gap.

Real Madrid’s Aurélien Tchouaméni and Arsenal’s Raheem Sterling are suspended for the Champions League quarter-final first leg, with other key players at risk.