The UEFA Champions League will be back in action with electrifying matches this week. Currently, only eight teams remain in contention at the newly restructured event, which commenced with the participation of 32 teams across Europe. The second leg quarterfinal fixtures will feature reigning champions Real Madrid's clash against Premier League club Arsenal at Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid.

The Galacticos are in pursuit of their 16th UEFA Champions League title, while Lyon is chasing their first UCL League glory. Both clubs are known for their unique playstyle. Arsenal, with their long ball counter and set-piece prowess, stunned Real Madrid at the Emirates in the first leg 3-0. Declan Rice scored twice from outside the box while Merino scored once.

RMA vs ARS: Match Details 

Game: Real Madrid vs Arsenal 

Time: 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.

Live Coverage: Sony Sports Network

Real Madrid Preview:

The reigning champions have not had the most successful season so far. The Galacticos have struggled at times, suffering defeats to arch-rivals Barcelona and a struggling Valencia in domestic competitions. Despite these setbacks, the club remains in contention for a treble, although the players will need to elevate their performance to secure silverware this season. Additionally, they were also defeated in three matches against teams such as AC Milan, LOSC, and Liverpool during the round-robin stage. As they head into the second leg, they find themselves trailing by three goals.

Arsenal Preview:

Arsenal began the current season on a positive note. However, injuries to several key players, along with a series of disappointing results, have rendered it unlikely for them to secure a domestic title this year. Additionally, Arsenal got knocked out of the FA Cup, losing to Manchester United in a penalty shootout and also fell short of reaching the Carabao Cup finals after being defeated by Newcastle United in the semifinals. Despite many injury concerns, Arsenal stunned the reigning Champions with their set-piece routines and compact defensive combination in the first leg.

RMA vs ARS: INJURY REPORT 

Real Madrid:- Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, Dani Ceballos, Ferland Mendy.

Arsenal :- Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhães, Kai Havertz, Riccardo Calafiori

RMA vs ARS Probably Playing XI

Real Madrid Probable Lineup: Courtois; Asencio, Alaba, Valverde, Rudiger, Modric, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr, Mbappe

Arsenal Probable Lineup: Raya; Lewis-Skelly, Timber, Kiwior, Saliba, Partey, Odegaard, Rice, Saka, Martinelli, Merino

Suggested Squad For Head To Head Dream11 Contest

Goalkeeper - Thibaut Courtois 

Defenders - Rudiger, William Saliba, Timber

Midfielders - Jude Bellingham (Captain), Martin Odegaard, Valverde, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka.

Strikers- Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior (Vice Captain)

Suggested Squad For Grand League: Dream11 Contest 

Goalkeeper - Thibaut Courtois 

Defenders - Rudiger, William Saliba, Tchouameni

Midfielders - Jude Bellingham (Vice Captain), Martin Odegaard, Valverde, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka.

Strikers- Kylian Mbappe (Captain), Vinicius Junior