Arsenal, European vice-champion, welcomes LOSC to the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday October 13, 2026 for the second day of the Champions League group stage. After a 1-0 victory against Napoli, the Gunners arrive with three points and the ambition to continue their good start to the campaign, both in Europe and in the Premier League, where they have won their first four matches.
The Mastiffs, for their part, presented themselves at the end of a difficult first day, losing 2-3 against Real Betis. Despite this defeat, LOSC showed encouraging performances in Ligue1, including victories at Angers, Toulouse and Troyes, as well as a draw against PSG. Davide Ancelotti's side are looking to turn around in Europe, but will face notable absences: EthanMbappé suspended after his sending off against Betis, HamzaIgamane injured and not on the European list, and the suspension of several key defenders at Arsenal.
On the tactical level, MikelArteta will have to cope without WilliamSaliba, CristhianMosquera and KaiHavertz, who are out. The midfield will be provided by Rice and Guimaraes, while the attack will be able to count on BukayoSaka, MartinØdegaard and ViktorGyökeres, whose presence has already made the difference in previous matches. LOSC, for its part, is banking on AyaseUeda, scorer on the first day, as well as Olivier Giroud, DilaneBakwa and HákonHaraldsson to try to break through the London defense.
The two clubs have never played against each other in official competition, which makes this match all the more intriguing. Arsenal, who have never lost at home in an official match since April, have already reached the quarter-finals the last two editions, while LOSC have proven their ability to surprise big clubs, notably by beating Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid during the previous season. The Mastiffs will therefore have to be realistic against a solid and well-organized English team.
Ultimately, Arsenal are considered the favorites for the match, thanks to their full squad and European experience. LOSC, for its part, will have to count on its offensive creativity and the performance of Ueda to try to create a surprise in London. The match promises to be a tactical duel where the English defense will be put to the test, while the Mastiffs will look to exploit the flaws in the Gunners back line. Both teams are preparing to put on a spectacle that could influence the dynamics of the group stage.