Our Predictions
Arsenal is priced as clear favorites at 1.60, playing at home with strong motivation to climb from 11th against Atlético’s patchy away form and notable injury list.
Atletico Madrid remains tough to break down and has seen low-scoring encounters in their Champions League away games. The odds suggest a tight match with at least one side blanking.
Both sides are missing attackers and traditionally play cautiously on European nights. Odds of 1.73 for under 2.5 goals indicate low confidence in a high-scoring affair.
Arsenal vs Atlético Madrid: Champions League Showdown at the Emirates | Live Prediction, Odds & Analysis - Extratips
Welcome to Extratips! All eyes turn to London as Arsenal hosts Atlético Madrid in a high-stakes Champions League clash on October 21, kick-off at 19:00. Arsenal currently sits 11th in the group, while Atlético Madrid is 6th — both teams eager for vital points. Bookmakers rate Arsenal as favorites with odds of 1.60 for a home win, ahead of Draw (3.90) and Atlético (5.50). Injuries could play a role: Arsenal miss Gabriel, Jesus, Havertz, Madueke, and Hincapié. Atlético is also without Sørloth, Cardoso, Giménez, and Almada. Head-to-head, Atlético holds the edge: 1 win, 2 draws in their last 3, with Arsenal still hunting for their first win. Arsenal's last 5 home games: 2W, 2L, 1D; Atlético's last 5 away: 1W, 3L, 1D. Arsenal thrives on aggressive pressing, home crowd energy, and quick transitions, but struggles with injuries, set-piece defending, and converting chances. Atlético shine defensively, counterattack with intent, and impose physicality, though recent away form, squad depth due to injuries, and creativity under pressure are weak spots.
Expect a fierce battle between two determined squads. Will the Gunners finally topple Atlético? Or will the visitors prove too resilient again? Let’s dive into the key predictions below.