Confirmed line-ups as Arteta makes 10 modifications

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Arsenal tackle Bayer Leverkusen on the BayArena within the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie this night.

The Gunners eased into the knockout levels after ending prime of the group levels with a faultless report of eight wins from eight video games. They are going to now look to ebook their place within the quarter-finals by seeing-off Bundesliga outfit Leverkusen.

Mikel Arteta has recalled his first workforce regulars after fielding a weakened facet throughout Arsenal’s 2-1 FA Cup victory over Mansfield City on Saturday. David Raya is amongst these recalled with the Spaniard returning between the sticks on the expense of Kepa.

Jurrien Timber can be again within the beginning eleven together with William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes after they had been rested on the weekend. Piero Hincapie will get the nod at left-back with Riccardo Calafiori making method together with Marli Salmon and Cristhian Mosquera.

Martin Zubimendi was given the afternoon off on Saturday together with Declan Rice. Nevertheless, each return to begin in opposition to Leverkusen within the coronary heart of Arsenal’s midfield.

Martin Odegaard stays out so Eberechi Eze begins within the attacking position. The England worldwide will likely be seeking to construct on his excellent match-winning aim over Mansfield on the weekend.

Bukayo Saka is recalled to begin on the suitable wing whereas Gabriel Martinelli retains his place on the left. Leandro Trossard misses out after choosing up a knock on Saturday afternoon.

Viktor Gyokeres is handed a recall to steer the road up entrance for Arsenal at this time. Gabriel Jesus drops to the bench together with Noni Madueke and Kai Havertz. Max Dowman can be among the many subs after a powerful exhibiting on the weekend.

Listed here are the confirmed line-ups: