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Arsenal favourites against Leverkusen in Champions League last 16
Arsenal won all eight group matches and lead the Premier League while Leverkusen rebuild after losing key players and coach, UEFA records show.
- On Wednesday, Arsenal, Premier League leaders, are favourites in the Champions League last-16 after winning all eight league‑phase matches this season.
- Having lost coach Xabi Alonso and players including Florian Wirtz, Granit Xhaka, and Hincapie, Leverkusen are rebuilding after a turbulent summer, yet they advanced via the play‑off round.
- Arsenal's fitness question centers on William Saliba, who missed two matches with an ankle issue but could be available for the tie, while Jens Petter Hauge and Luis Suarez pose threats for potential opponents.
- The tie carries tangible consequences for both clubs' seasons, as a win keeps Arsenal's multi-trophy hopes alive while progress would validate Bayer Leverkusen's rebuilding.
- Historically, Arsenal still chase a first European title, and success in this tie would set up a next-round match against Bodo/Glimt or Sporting Lisbon.
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