A home defeat to Bournemouth last time out, which has hampered their Premier League title ambitions, will be playing on their minds, with Mikel Arteta no doubt desperate to avoid another morale-sapping performance ahead of facing Manchester City on Sunday.
Sporting will point to their stunning 5-0 second-leg turnaround against Bodo/Glimt in the previous round for inspiration, albeit having played in front of their own fans. Can they stun the Emirates?
Date, kick-off time and venue
Arsenal vs Sporting is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off tonight, Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
The match will take place at Emirates Stadium.
Where to watch Arsenal vs Sporting
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 6.30pm BST.
Live stream: TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the HBO Max app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Matt Verri at the ground.
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Arsenal vs Sporting team news
The five were all absent at London Colney, though Mikel Arteta suggested that “maybe one” of Timber and Saka could return tonight.
Christian Norgaard, who could come into the starting line-up, and Martin Zubimendi are both one yellow card away from being suspended for any semi-final first leg.
Sporting have key midfielder Morten Hjulmand back after suspension, bringing them almost back to full strength.
Key forward Luis Suarez, who was signed as Viktor Gyokeres’ replacement, is available after an administrative error initially ruled him out of contention.
Arsenal vs Sporting prediction
Arsenal are suffering somewhat of a wobble as they approach do-or-die territory in the season, with their creativity severely lacking.
They were lucky to come away from Portugal with a first-leg lead, and Wednesday’s visitors will know there is an opportunity to cause a huge upset.
That could play into Arsenal’s hands though, with Sporting having to go for broke. An early goal will set the tone.
Arsenal 2-1 Sporting (agg. 3-1)
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Arsenal vs Sporting match odds
Arsenal to progress: 1/25
Sporting to progress: 10/1
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).