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Arsenal return to Champions League action tonight with renewed momentum and a clearer picture regarding selection. Mikel Arteta’s side travel to Germany for the first leg of their last 16 tie against Bayer Leverkusen, and the Arsenal predicted lineup now appears far stronger following several positive fitness updates.
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting Lisbon.
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Arsenal starting XI vs Bournemouth
Title Race Momentum BuildsAs Arsenal prepare to host Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium, the sense of opportunity is unmistakable. Mikel Arteta’s side stand on the brink of extending their lead at the summit,
David Raya starts in goal for Arsenal after not featuring in the past two cup games. Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard also return to the starting line-up after missing the FA Cup loss at Southampton with injury. Viktor Gyokeres leads the line against his former club. The Sweden international scored 97 goals in 102 games during his time at Sporting.
The Premier League leaders may be slightly depleted as they look to book another Wembley trip.
Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith has named his replacement for the injured Bukayo Saka ahead of the Gunners' Champions League quarter-final.
Arsenal and Bournemouth confirm their starting lineups for Saturday's early Premier League fixture at the Emirates Stadium/.