# Real Madrid vs Arsenal Match Preview, Prediction, Timings, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/real-madrid-vs-arsenal-match-preview/  
Published: 2026-09-26  
Updated: 2026-09-26  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

One of European football’s most star-studded rivalries returns, as Arsenal host Real Madrid at the Emirates Stadium in a Champions League Round 6 fixture that could go a long way in shaping both clubs’ knockout-round ambitions.

#### Real Madrid vs Arsenal: Key Match Details

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Fixture | Arsenal vs Real Madrid |
| Competition | UEFA Champions League, Round 6 |
| Date & Time | Wed, Dec 9, 2026 — 8:00 PM UTC |
| Venue | Emirates Stadium, London |
| Head-to-Head | Arsenal 2 wins, Real Madrid 0 wins, 1 draw |
| Real Madrid Injuries | Mbappé, Konaté, Valverde, Militão, Rodrygo |
| Arsenal Injuries | Havertz, Timber, White, Mosquera, Saliba |

#### Real Madrid vs Arsenal: Match Timings and Venue

The match kicks off on **Wednesday, December 9, 2026, at 8:00 PM UTC**, played at the **Emirates Stadium** in London. Fans should convert this to their local time zone well ahead of matchday, as fixtures of this magnitude between two European heavyweights typically see a massive surge in live-streaming demand right before kickoff.

![Real Madrid vs Arsenal](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/real-madrid-3-3-1024x673.jpg)
*Soccer Football – LaLiga – Real Madrid v Malaga – Estadio Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain – August 30, 2026 Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham celebrates their second goal an own goal scored by Malaga’s Alfonso Herrero REUTERS/Thomas Peter TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY*

#### Head-to-Head History

Recent history actually favours the hosts here. Arsenal have **won their last 2 meetings** against Real Madrid, with **1 draw** and zero defeats in that stretch — a genuinely strong psychological edge against a club with Real Madrid’s European pedigree. Add to that the fact that Real Madrid **haven’t lost in their last 10 matches** across competitions, and this shapes up as a classic “irresistible form vs unbeaten form” showdown.

#### Team News and Injuries

Both sides go into this one with selection headaches. Arsenal will be without **Kai Havertz**, **Jurriën Timber**, **Ben White**, **Cristhian Mosquera**, and **William Saliba**, all carrying injuries. Real Madrid’s situation is arguably more concerning, missing **Kylian Mbappé**, **Ibrahima Konaté**, **Federico Valverde**, **Éder Militão**, and **Rodrygo** — a significant chunk of their attacking and defensive core.

#### Match Prediction

Given Arsenal’s recent head-to-head dominance and home advantage, combined with Real Madrid’s lengthy and notable absentee list, the Gunners look well-placed to extend their unbeaten record against Los Blancos. However, Real Madrid’s unbeaten run in their last 10 matches shows they know how to grind out results even when short-handed.

#### How to Watch

Broadcast rights vary by region, so check your local sports network or official streaming partner closer to matchday for exact channel and streaming access.

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#### FAQs

### **Q1. When and where will Arsenal vs Real Madrid be played?**  

The match kicks off on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, at 8:00 PM UTC at the Emirates Stadium in London.

### **Q2. Who has the better recent record between the two sides?**

Arsenal hold the edge, having won their last 2 meetings against Real Madrid without a single defeat.