Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction and 11/1 Bet Builder – UEFA Champions League

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Match Info

Fixture: Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen
Competition: UEFA Champions League – Round of 16 (Second Leg)
Date: 17 March 2026
Kick-off: 20:00
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
First Leg Result: Bayer Leverkusen 1–1 Arsenal

Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen Bet Builder

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 2.5 Cards

Over 2.5 Cards
1/5

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Gabriel Martinelli 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Alejandro Grimaldo 1+ Shots

Player 1+ Shots
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Robert Andrich 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
4/7

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Leverkusen Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
3/10

Reason for Tip

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Form and Team Stats

Arsenal

Arsenal continue their pursuit of a historic quadruple as they prepare for this decisive second leg against Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s side arrive in excellent form after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Everton extended their unbeaten run across all competitions to 13 matches (W10, D3).

The Gunners have been particularly dominant at home in the Champions League under Arteta. Arsenal have lost just one of their last 16 UCL matches at the Emirates (W13, D2), with that defeat coming against eventual winners PSG. Their ability to control matches through possession and pressing has made them extremely difficult to beat in North London.

History is also on Arsenal’s side in this scenario. When avoiding defeat in the first leg away from home in European knockout ties, they have successfully progressed 17 times from 20 attempts. That statistic should give the Premier League leaders confidence as they look to secure a quarter-final place.

Bayer Leverkusen

Leverkusen arrive in London unbeaten in six matches across all competitions, though five of those games have ended in draws. Their latest stalemate came against Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich, demonstrating their defensive resilience but also highlighting their struggle to convert dominance into victories.

The German side have been difficult to break down in Europe, notably not conceding from open play in their last four Champions League matches. However, their away record at this stage of the competition is less encouraging. Leverkusen have failed to score in each of their last three away legs in the Champions League round of 16.

Coach Kasper Hjulmand will take encouragement from his side’s performances against English opposition earlier this season though. Leverkusen famously defeated Manchester City 2-0 away from home in the group stage, proving they are capable of upsetting Premier League giants on their own turf.

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Head-to-Head History

Arsenal remain unbeaten against Bayer Leverkusen in Champions League competition following the 1-1 draw in the first leg. Across their previous meetings, the Gunners have recorded one victory and two draws.

Leverkusen’s record away to English clubs is also concerning, with eight defeats in their last 11 visits to England in European competition.

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Predicted Lineups

Arsenal (4-2-3-1)
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Eze, Martinelli; Gyökeres

Bayer Leverkusen (3-4-2-1)
Blaswich; Tapsoba, Quansah, Garcia; Grimaldo, Andrich, Fernandez, Hofmann; Maza, Poku; Kofane

Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen Bet Builder

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 2.5 Cards

Over 2.5 Cards
1/5

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Gabriel Martinelli 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Alejandro Grimaldo 1+ Shots

Player 1+ Shots
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Robert Andrich 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
4/7

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Leverkusen Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
3/10

Reason for Tip

Tipman Bet Builder Tip
  • Arsenal – Over 1.5 Team Goals

  • Over 8.5 Corners

  • Over 2.5 Cards

  • Gabriel Martinelli – 1+ Shot on Target

  • Alex Grimaldo – 1+ Shot

  • Martin Zubimendi – 1+ Fouls

  • Robert Andrich – 2+ Fouls

  • Leverkusen Goalkeeper – 3+ Saves

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Prediction and Reasoning

With the tie finely balanced at 1-1 after the first leg, Arsenal’s strong home form could prove decisive. Arteta’s side have been dominant at the Emirates in European competition and possess the attacking depth to trouble even the most organised defences. Leverkusen’s defensive structure has kept them competitive throughout the tournament, but their struggles to score away at this stage of the Champions League suggest they may find it difficult to keep pace with Arsenal’s attacking intensity. If the Gunners start quickly and force Leverkusen onto the back foot, they should have enough quality to secure progression.

Prediction: Arsenal 2–0 Bayer Leverkusen

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Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen Bet Builder

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Over 2.5 Cards

Over 2.5 Cards
1/5

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Gabriel Martinelli 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Alejandro Grimaldo 1+ Shots

Player 1+ Shots
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/9

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Robert Andrich 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
4/7

Reason for Tip

17 Mar 20:00 - Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League
17 Mar 20:00
Arsenal vs Leverkusen - Champions League

Leverkusen Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
3/10

Reason for Tip

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