# Arsenal vs Sporting CP Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Lineups, How to Watch — UCL Quarter-Final 2nd Leg

URL: https://technosports.co.in/arsenal-vs-sporting-cp-match-preview-prediction/  
Published: 2026-04-12  
Updated: 2026-04-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The Emirates is buzzing. Arsenal bring a precious **1-0 lead** back to north London as they host Sporting CP in the **UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final Second Leg** on **April 15, 2026**. Kai Havertz’s last-gasp winner in Lisbon has the Gunners in the driving seat — but Sporting are far from done.

## Arsenal vs Sporting CP: Match Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | Arsenal vs Sporting CP (2nd Leg) |
| **Date & Time** | April 15, 2026 – 8:00 PM BST / 3:00 PM ET |
| **Venue** | Emirates Stadium, London |
| **Competition** | UEFA Champions League – Quarter-Final |
| **Aggregate** | Arsenal lead 1–0 |
| **Prediction** | Arsenal 2–0 Sporting CP |

## The Story So Far

Havertz’s beautifully taken 90th-minute goal — set up by Gabriel Martinelli — settled the first leg in Lisbon as Arsenal claimed a 1-0 victory. The Gunners are **unbeaten in six European meetings with Sporting CP (W3 D3)**, including a stunning 5-1 win in last season’s league phase.

![Arsenal vs Sporting CP](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/arsrrs.jpg)

Sporting, though, are alive in this tie. They have historically fared well over two legs, progressing from **nine of ten two-legged UEFA ties**, and famously knocked Arsenal out on penalties in the 2022/23 Europa League round of 16. Don’t write them off just yet.

## Head-to-Head Snapshot

| Stat | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Arsenal unbeaten run vs Sporting | 6 games (W3 D3) |
| Sporting two-leg record | Progressed in 9 of 10 ties |
| Last Arsenal win vs Portuguese sides | Strong — 11 wins in 12 |
| Sporting record vs English clubs | Just 2 wins in last 14 UEFA games |

## Team News & Injuries

| Club | Absentees / Doubts |
| --- | --- |
| **Arsenal** | Mikel Merino (out for season), Jurrien Timber (doubtful), Zubimendi (knee discomfort) |
| **Arsenal** | ✅ Saka targeting return; Rice, Gabriel, Trossard available |
| **Sporting CP** | Quenda (foot), Luis Guilherme (ankle), Hjulmand (suspension carry-over risk) |

## Predicted Lineups

**Arsenal (4-3-3):** Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Rice, Nørgaard, Odegaard; Saka, Gyökeres, Martinelli

**Sporting CP (4-2-3-1):** Rui Silva; Fresneda, Diomande, Inácio, Araújo; Morita, Simões; Catamo, Trincão, Pote; Luis Suárez

## Prediction

Arsenal head into the second leg with a 1-0 aggregate advantage [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/401862890/sporting-cp-arsenal) and the comfort of their own fortress. Arsenal have scored 27 goals in the Champions League this season compared to Sporting’s 22, and have conceded just 5 goals against Sporting’s 15. [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/401862890/sporting-cp-arsenal) The numbers heavily favour the Gunners completing the job at home.

**Our Pick: Arsenal 2–0 Sporting CP — Arsenal advance** ✅

For full UCL standings and fixtures, visit the [official UEFA Champions League website](https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/).

## How to Watch

| Country | TV / Stream |
| --- | --- |
| 🇬🇧 UK | Amazon Prime Video (8:00 PM BST) |
| 🇺🇸 USA | Paramount+, Prime Video USA |
| 🇮🇳 India | Sony Sports / Sony LIV |
| 🌍 Global | Check [LiveSoccerTV](https://www.livesoccertv.com) for local listings |

Also read: [UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Full Preview & Favourites](https://technosports.co.in) | [Arsenal Season Review 2025-26 — Title Contenders?](https://technosports.co.in)

## FAQs

### **Q1. What time does Arsenal vs Sporting CP second leg kick off?**

 The match kicks off at **8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026** at the Emirates Stadium in the UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final 2nd Leg. [Live Football On TV](https://www.live-footballontv.com/arsenal-on-tv.html)

### **Q2. Can Sporting CP still progress despite losing the first leg?**

 Yes — Sporting need to score at least twice without reply at the Emirates to go through. Given their record of progressing from nine of ten two-legged ties historically, and their away threat, it remains a genuine contest.