𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛𝘿𝘼𝙔 PSV 5.45pm (UK) Champions League Philips Stadion Mikel Arteta is expected to make changes to his starting lineup for the match against PSV Eindhoven, as Arsenal have already secured the top spot in Group B. This presents an opportunity for some of the fringe players to showcase

Eddie Nketiah is set to start for Arsenal in Eindhoven

 

Tuesday presents Mikel Arteta with an opportunity to test out youth and the extremities of his Arsenal squad.

 

The Gunners’ return to the Champions League has started swimmingly, with their progression into the knockout stages as group winners secure ahead of Matchday 6.

 

 

Their final group game pits them against PSV Eindhoven, who they thrashed 4-0 in the reverse fixture. The Eredivsie leaders, however, still need to pick up points in their pursuit of second place.

 

It’s going to be an interesting team selection from Arteta, who must rotate his starting XI, and here’s the lineup we think he could opt for.

 

Predicted Arsenal lineup vs PSV Eindhoven

Martin Odegaard

Martin Odegaard is one of few players that could retain their place in the team / Visionhaus/GettyImages

GK: Aaron Ramsdale – Go on, Mikel, give Rambo a Champions League start. After playing a big role in leading the club back into the competition, it’s the least he deserves.

 

RB: Reuell Walters – Walters has travelled with the squad and several youngsters are expected to feature. The defender is the most likely to start.

 

CB: Ben White – Walters could play centrally, but White is currently William Saliba’s deputy given the Gunners’ absences.

 

CB: Gabriel – There are limited options for the boss in defence, so we could see big Gab keep his place in the team.

 

LB: Jakub Kiwior – Kiwior looked uncomfortable at left-back against Luton Town, but the Pole will almost certainly earn a start on Tuesday night.

 

DM: Jorginho – Declan Rice deserves a breather, so the Italian should make his first start since the November international break.

 

CM: Martin Odegaard – Emile Smith Rowe could feature off the bench, but he won’t feature from the start after missing the past six weeks with a knee injury. Odegaard will lead the visitors out.

 

CM: Kai Havertz – Ethan Nwaneri is one to watch on Tuesday, but a cameo off the bench is more likely. Havertz will get the chance to continue his positive momentum.

 

RW: Reiss Nelson – Nelson is in line for his first start of the season having played second fiddle to Bukayo Saka.

 

ST: Eddie Nketiah – Nketiah’s recent cameos have been sub-par, and some might argue he’s currently playing for his Arsenal career. This is a big game for Eddie in the Champions League.

 

LW: Leandro Trossard – The Belgian is guaranteed to start on Tuesday, and you might argue that he deserves a run in the side.

 

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PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal preview: Prediction, team news & lineups

PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal preview: Prediction, team news & lineups

Arsenal thrashed PSV 4-0 in the reverse fixture

Arsenal thrashed PSV 4-0

Arsenal have nothing riding on Tuesday’s Champions League clash as they visit PSV Eindhoven on Matchday 6 having already won Group B.

The Gunners secured their place in the round of 16 as group winners after thumping RC Lens 6-0 last time out in the competition.

While the visitors have little to play for, PSV are fighting for their place in the knockouts. A dramatic come-from-behind 3-2 win over Sevilla bolstered the Dutch side’s chances of advancing considerably, PSV are currently three points ahead of Lens heading into Tuesday’s games.

 

Arsenal’s harsh defeat at Aston Villa on Saturday means Mikel Arteta will be hoping to see a reaction from his players ahead of the hectic festive period.

 

PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal preview: Prediction, team news & lineups

Here’s our preview of Arsenal’s trip to PSV on Tuesday night

Arsenal team news

changes on Tuesday night, the likes of Jakub Kiwior, Jorginho, Leandro Trossard, and Eddie Nketiah are sure bets to start.

 

Young Reuell Walters could make his Champions League debut.

 

Nothing has changed on the injury front for the Gunners. Takehiro Tomiyasu, Emile Smith Rowe, Jurrien Timber, Thomas Partey, and Fabio Vieira all remain out.

 

PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal predicted lineups

PSV: Benitez; Dest, Silva, Boscagli, Van Aanholt; Veerman, Til, Saibari; Bakayoko, De Jong, Tillman.

 

Arsenal: Ramsdale; Walters, White, Gabriel, Kiwior; Jorginho, Odegaard, Havertz, Nelson, Nketiah, Trossard.

PSV Eindhoven’s recent form

Date

Result

Competition

07/12/23

PSV 2-0 Heerenveen

Eredivisie

03/12/23

Feyenoord 1-2 PSV

Eredivisie

29/11/23

Sevilla 2-3 PSV

Champions League

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25/11/23

 

Twente 0-3 PSV

 

Eredivisie

 

15/11/23

 

PSV 0-2 Schalke

 

Friendly

Arsenal’s recent form

Date

Result

Competition

 

09/12/23

 

Aston Villa 1-0 Arsenal

 

Premier League

 

05/12/23

 

Luton Town 3-4 Arsenal

 

Premier League

 

02/12/23

 

Arsenal 2-1 Wolves

 

Premier League

 

29/11/23

 

Arsenal 6-0 RC Lens

 

Champions League

 

25/11/23

 

Brentford 0-1 Arsenal

 

Premier League

 

PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal score prediction

While Arsenal can undoubtedly systematically outwit Peter Bosz’s PSV on Tuesday, they likely won’t have the personnel to overcome the hosts.

 

This is a hostile environment, and I fear Arteta’s likely XI won’t be able to cope with PSV’s remarkable intensity with and without the ball.

Arsenal succumbed at the Philips Stadion last season, and I think they will again here.

Prediction: PSV Eindhoven 3-1 Arsenal

Why Gabriel Martinelli won’t play for Arsenal vs PSV

Why Gabriel Martinelli won’t play for Arsenal vs PSV

Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli is expected to miss Arsenal’s last Champions League group game against PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday with illness.

The Brazilian missed training on Monday, and his absence has sparked fears regarding his status for the weekend’s clash with Brighton.

Additionally, Bukayo Saka, another integral figure in Arsenal’s attacking line, was absent from training nursing a reported foot injury. Despite this setback, there’s optimism about Saka’s potential inclusion, as he aims to recover swiftly in time for the match in Eindhoven. However, the vast majority of supporters would be content with the winger earning a rest in midweek.