UEFA Champions League quarter finals, scheduled for later tonight, feature two electrifying encounters that promise high drama and intense competition.
At the iconic Emirates Stadium, London, Arsenal takes on Real Madrid and at Allianz Arena, Munich, Bayern Munich jousts with Inter Milan.
At London, Arsenal enters the clash with high motivation, as its hopes for silverware rest solely on the Champions League. It has been unbeaten in its last 16 UEFA competition home matches, showcasing its strength at the Emirates.
Real Madrid, the most successful team in the competition's history, has had a patchy form this season, but remains a formidable opponent. It aims to become the first team to reach 200 wins in the Champions League era.
The key players for Arsenal would be Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Thomas Partey will be crucial in midfield and attack. For Real Madrid, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé, and Vinícius Júnior are expected to lead the charge.
Arsenal's home advantage and recent form suggest it could hold Real Madrid to a draw in this first leg. Real Madrid, though not as dominant this season, remains a formidable opponent. A closely contested match is expected, anyway.
In the other match, Bayern Munich, despite injury setbacks, has been a dominant force in the Bundesliga and aims to progress to its sixth semifinal in the last decade. Inter Milan has been exceptional defensively, conceding only once in European competition this season. It is unbeaten in their last 10 games across all competitions.
For Bayern Munich, Harry Kane and Leroy Sané will be pivotal in attack. For Inter Milan, Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram are expected to shine. Bayern will feel the absence of Manuel Neuer and Alphonso Davies. Inter Milan, despite missing Denzel Dumfries, is expected to enjoy a narrow advantage in the first leg.