This season for Arsenal feels like it’s sliding doors. If the Gunners triumph, they will gain the necessary impetus to maybe get back on track in the figҺt for the championship. If they lose, though, their season may already be over. Mikel Arteta must therefore make the perfect team selection. 

Goalkeeper – David Raya:  Despite his mistake in the first leg, David Raya will be eager to correct it this time. The first would be to remain composed. 

Right back – Ben White:  White’s departure surprised several following yet another outstanding attacking performance against Aston Villa. However, that ensures he will begin here tonight.

Centre back – William Saliba: Saliba had probably his worst game in an Arsenal shirt in the first leg. He’ll be desperate to put that right this time around.

Centre back – Gabriel: Gabriel looked uneasy against Villa on Sunday and was far from flawless in the opening contest as well. After an incredible season, he needs a strong game to silence his doubters.

Left back – Takehiro Tomiyasu: The main topic of discussion is Alex Zinchenko. The Ukrainian played a lot of minutes against Aston Villa, so you can expect him to miss out, but he wasn’t as dreadful as people are suggesting. Arteta may be tempted to take a chance and start. Takehiro Tomiyasu for the first time since December after Jakub Kiwior had a terrible first leg.

Defensive midfield – Jorginho: It wasn’t Jorginho’s finest game in the first leg. Arsenal did look better when he came off. But in this kind of arena the Italian is Arteta’s go to man.

Central midfield – Declan Rice: Another player who wasn’t at his best against Bayern was Rice, who also wasn’t great against Villa. However, he has stated that this is the ideal game for a comeback, so don’t be too shocked if he steps up to the plate in this one.

Central midfield – Martin Odegaard: Following Mikel Arteta’s statement that he sensed something before leaving the game against Aston Villa, there has been significant concern regarding Martin Odegaard’s ιnjury. After completing training, he ought to be good to go on this one.

Right wing – Bukayo Saka: In another world Saka puts Arsenal 3-2 up with a last minute penalty in the first leg. As it stands he’s looking to carry Arsenal towards one of their best European nights ever.

Centre forward – Kai Havertz: When Kai Havertz starts up front for Arsenal, they win 88% of the matches. He has only won 56% of games when playing in midfield. Taking chances doesn’t seem like a good idea right now.

Gabriel Martinelli: Arsenal’s most reliable performer in the Champions League is undoubtedly Gabriel Martinelli.