At the Fortuna Arena on 4 November 2025, Slavia Praha host Arsenal in a Champions League group-stage match that pits one of Central Europe’s most resilient home sides against one of Europe’s most dominant current teams.
Pick: Correct Score – Arsenal 0–2
The selection is Arsenal to win 0–2, reflecting the visitors’ superior quality, defensive discipline, and ability to manage European away games with control and precision.
Slavia Praha: Tough but Outclassed
Slavia are known for their intensity and high pressing at home, often making life difficult for visiting teams. However, this is a step up in opposition. Their defense has been solid domestically but vulnerable when facing quicker, technically superior sides in Europe. They’ll rely on physicality and set-pieces to test Arsenal, but sustained possession and clear scoring chances will likely be limited.
Arsenal: Ruthless Efficiency Under Arteta
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have been perfect in the group stage, winning all three games so far without conceding a goal. Even if key players like Viktor Gyökeres and Martín Zubimendi are rested or miss out, the Gunners possess enough depth to control proceedings. Their defensive line, marshaled by Saliba and Gabriel, has been nearly flawless, while their structured pressing makes them difficult to break down. Arteta may rotate slightly but will expect a composed, professional performance.
Game Script & Risk Notes
Expect Arsenal to dominate possession and patiently work openings, while Slavia focus on compact defense and counterattacks. The tempo could be slower than usual, with Arsenal prioritizing control over flair. The main risk to the 0–2 projection would be over-rotation affecting rhythm or Slavia nicking a late goal from a set-piece, though Arsenal’s defensive consistency makes that unlikely.
