UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Season

[ancafe]

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

I share the same opinion and currently, the chances of winning a trophy in the Premier League are much greater than in the Champions League. Focusing on both competitions might be a bit more difficult, especially given the squad depth. In the Champions League, the competition is much tougher because sometimes the players they have are inexperienced enough and we often see how inexperienced teams struggle to win trophies, although PSG managed to break that barrier last season. Arsenal needs to focus on the Premier League first so that next season they can target the Champions League trophy if their mentality gets better.

[Ale88]

I get your point on Arsenal because they haven't win one trophy talk more of two. Arsenal has higher chances of winning EPL than UCL. Which is the reason why they should focus more on their EPL matches in order to avoid fatigue on the players. The time for Arsenal to become weak hasn't come yet. Arsenal form at the last quarter of the season matters a lot.

Generally, Arsenal will continue to do their best in both competitions because winning the Champions League is also very important to them, especially since it's more prestigious than winning the Premier League. However, if Arsenal fail again in the Champions League, at least the team should win the Premier League as their best achievement, although it would be a bit painful for Arsenal if they failed again in the Champions League, as the team has never won the Champions League trophy in their career.

Arsenal has equal chances in both competitions. All I think Arteta should do is get his best xi for both competitions so he reduces fatigue. As it stands Arsenal has a balanced team and a good substitute to compliment the team. Both competitions are important for the club. For the EPL the need to end that streak of ending has runner up and for the champions league they also need the trophy to add to their archives and the best season for them to achieve both is this very season considering their strength.

I disagree when you say that Arsenal have equal chances in both competitions. They are very different competitions and it doesn't make sense to say "all Arteta should do is get his best xi for both competitions so he reduces fatigue" because clearly there is only one best XI, so if he plays with the best players in both competitions how can the players be less tired? That is exactly the opposite of saying that he should focus on one competition and preserve some of the best players for that specific competition while he plays with some second lines in the other competition. Arsenal squad is not at the same level of City, PSG, Madrid or Bayern Munich, they have to make choices.

[impulse709]

I think Arsenal can't be too much of a favorite even though they have a good performance since the beginning of the season because in the knockout stages anything and surprises are possible, especially since Arsenal has not proven to be mentally strong when facing high-tension matches, so I think there are still a lot of doubts about Arsenal. I say that not because of the team's performance or strength, but because there are several non-technical factors that also determine the journey in the Champions League competition.

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

They have had a good season to date but knockout stages of the Champions League is another story altogether. The ability to stand and deal with pressure is essential and Arsenal has already proved to be uneven in stressful matches. The League and the champions might create a strain on their team particularly when they are injured and have already become tired of the season. Logically, it may be better to remain high in the Premier League and any serious run in Europe must be regarded as an added bonus rather than the goal. It will be difficult to balance the two competitions using their existing resources.

[Bobrox]

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

During the schedule matches not really busy, I think Arsenal can focus well both in Champion League and keep securing the top position in premier league. Arsenal's journey in Champion League still unbeaten yet after winning 6 matches and has 2 matches left in phase league round by facing Inter Milan and Kairat. Current position in Premier League Arsenal has 6 points remaining from Manchester City and I think this greatest season for Arsenal with bigger possibility for winning domestic league and champion league trophy.

Arsenal never winning UEFA Champion League trophy yet and greatest achievement reach the final round in 2006 but defeating by Barcelona, so this season great chance reach final again and won't become big joke by other premier league fans due Arsenal is the only one of top premier league not collecting Champion League trophy in their cupboard.

[RaltcoinsB]

I think Arsenal can't be too much of a favorite even though they have a good performance since the beginning of the season because in the knockout stages anything and surprises are possible, especially since Arsenal has not proven to be mentally strong when facing high-tension matches, so I think there are still a lot of doubts about Arsenal. I say that not because of the team's performance or strength, but because there are several non-technical factors that also determine the journey in the Champions League competition.

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

They have had a good season to date but knockout stages of the Champions League is another story altogether. The ability to stand and deal with pressure is essential and Arsenal has already proved to be uneven in stressful matches. The League and the champions might create a strain on their team particularly when they are injured and have already become tired of the season. Logically, it may be better to remain high in the Premier League and any serious run in Europe must be regarded as an added bonus rather than the goal. It will be difficult to balance the two competitions using their existing resources.

Yes, competing in two competitions with the current players will be tiring for Arsenal, but so far everything is going well. They have quality players who can compete in both. Therefore, I think Arsenal will fight to the end in both competitions. However, if they have to focus on one, it would be wiser to focus on the Premier League. Because we all know the quality of the Premier League, but in the Champions League they will play against stronger opponents, and since it's a knockout format, they have a higher chance of being eliminated on a bad day or with a red card. I think they are more motivated for the league because it's longer and they haven't won there for many years. Let's see which tournament they will win.

[barisbilgili]

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

I share the same opinion and currently, the chances of winning a trophy in the Premier League are much greater than in the Champions League. Focusing on both competitions might be a bit more difficult, especially given the squad depth. In the Champions League, the competition is much tougher because sometimes the players they have are inexperienced enough and we often see how inexperienced teams struggle to win trophies, although PSG managed to break that barrier last season. Arsenal needs to focus on the Premier League first so that next season they can target the Champions League trophy if their mentality gets better.

It should indeed be so, but I think Arsenal is a big team with big targets as well. For Arsenal's management, focusing on both is the right thing because they have already spent a lot of money to build this team, even though it is difficult and risky. However, in my opinion, almost all teams do this. Right now, Arsenal just needs to focus on maintaining consistent performance, regardless of which trophy they might win later.

[tottong]

Generally, I think this is the most accurate approach. If they focus on the Premier League, their chances of winning the Premier League are higher because, as we all say, there are very strong teams in the Champions League. Arsenal are also very good this year and of course they want to win the Champions League, but if they don't want to take a risk and want to focus on any tournament, it should be the Premier League championship.

Why are so many people so doubtful about Arsenal and think they have no chance of winning the Champions League because they lack experience?
In my opinion, what Arteta needs to do is focus on achieving results in each match so they can win the title, even if the chances are slim. Arsenal may not have the experience in the Champions League like some other strong teams, but as long as they fight and continue to show positive results, I think they can achieve their goals.
Taking risks is necessary as long as they can calculate the odds, because some teams that have won three or two titles in a single season also started with preparation that was not free from risk.

[jems]

Generally, I think this is the most accurate approach. If they focus on the Premier League, their chances of winning the Premier League are higher because, as we all say, there are very strong teams in the Champions League. Arsenal are also very good this year and of course they want to win the Champions League, but if they don't want to take a risk and want to focus on any tournament, it should be the Premier League championship.

Why are so many people so doubtful about Arsenal and think they have no chance of winning the Champions League because they lack experience?
In my opinion, what Arteta needs to do is focus on achieving results in each match so they can win the title, even if the chances are slim. Arsenal may not have the experience in the Champions League like some other strong teams, but as long as they fight and continue to show positive results, I think they can achieve their goals.
Taking risks is necessary as long as they can calculate the odds, because some teams that have won three or two titles in a single season also started with preparation that was not free from risk.

Because the Arsenal team doesn't have a strong mentality, I think that's why they are often underestimated to win the title even though their performance is quite good and I also have the same thought so I think it would be a big surprise if Arsenal could win the Champions League title because in the knockout stages, mentality is very important when facing big matches and Arsenal doesn't have that.

[landheer]

Generally, I think this is the most accurate approach. If they focus on the Premier League, their chances of winning the Premier League are higher because, as we all say, there are very strong teams in the Champions League. Arsenal are also very good this year and of course they want to win the Champions League, but if they don't want to take a risk and want to focus on any tournament, it should be the Premier League championship.

Why are so many people so doubtful about Arsenal and think they have no chance of winning the Champions League because they lack experience?
In my opinion, what Arteta needs to do is focus on achieving results in each match so they can win the title, even if the chances are slim. Arsenal may not have the experience in the Champions League like some other strong teams, but as long as they fight and continue to show positive results, I think they can achieve their goals.
Taking risks is necessary as long as they can calculate the odds, because some teams that have won three or two titles in a single season also started with preparation that was not free from risk.

It seems that many people doubt Arsenal's chances of winning many titles this season, but I think Arsenal could win many trophies this season, including the Champions League and the English Premier League. Actually, looking at Arsenal's achievements this season in the UCL and EPL, Arsenal has the potential to win titles in both competitions. Of course, there are risks for any team, including Arsenal, if they aim to win titles in both the EPL and UCL, but I believe Arteta will strive to lead Arsenal to win titles in both competitions. It would be a shame if a team only gives half-hearted effort. The teams in the UCL are indeed strong, but Arsenal is also a strong team, so there should be no doubt about Arsenal's ability to win the EPL and UCL titles.

[Daniel91]

Is there any statements made by Arsenal that they're only after the EPL and have no priority over the UCL competition or it's just your speculation about what you think Arsenal can easily win between the UCL and EPL base on the teams and level of competition involved? I think if Arsenal have a way to win both trophies they would do it because it's actually Arsenal dream to win the UCL being a trophy they have never won before.

Champions league is actually a league that Arsenal has never won before but from the look of things, they will only get to focus on one of those trophies because if they want to put in the energy they have now into both games, they may end up losing both and will likely not get a good chance like they have now. Being at a good firm now that they are, the premier league is more realistic for them to triumph in now that the champions league. They have a good run so far in the champions league, but they shouldn’t also forget their strive in the premier league so far which has been tremendous too and have a clearer chance of winning the trophy more than the champions league.

It may not appear realistic for Arsenal in winning the UCL when compared to their odds of grabbing the EPL . However, there are season when some teams do the unbelievable, and I recall Manchester city winning the UCL for the first time along with the EPL. Perhaps if Arsenal can be more intentional about this season then they can end it with double trophies.

Manchester City finally managed to win the Champions League after many unsuccessful attempts and billions spent on expensive players, similar to PSG. Arsenal does not have the financial capability to achieve results in that way and must rely on what they have. Whether that will be enough for them to win both trophies this season remains to be seen. Past experience shows that a team must have a lot of quality players in order to be able to rotate the squad constantly and rest the most important players for key matches.

[Tamaperdana]

Compared to previous seasons, Arsenal's performance this season has been extraordinary, and they deserve to be considered favorites to win the Champions League. Their consistent performances in both the Champions League and the Premier League demonstrate Arsenal's balance between quality and mentality. If Arsenal can continue their impressive form, they have a chance to make history by winning the Champions League for the first time in their club history.

Yes, I also agree with you that this season Arsenal's performance is much better than the previous seasons, because as we know in the previous season Arsenal really struggled to maintain the consistency of its performance, but this season even though the last few weeks Arsenal also experienced a little disruption with its performance, but now they are back on the right track. So that's really a pretty good thing for Arsenal.

Besides talking about Arsenal's potential to be able to win the Champions League this season, I think they do have quite a big potential to become champions if we look at Arsenal's performance like now. Because until now arsenal has never experienced defeat in the Champions League, and that is also strong evidence that Arsenal current performance is much more mature and more ready to be the best in this competition. So yes, even though I'm not 100% sure, Arsenal does have the potential to go far in this competition...

[allthebitandbobs]

Two seasons ago they focused on the both competitions and failed to win either of them. I don't want the same for them again this season. It is reason why I want them to focus just on winning the league competition. The group stage are not all the best decider of who wins the Champions League competition.
I want to see Mikel Arteta win the Premier League for Arsenal this season. They should make sure they extend the winning when they host Liverpool next game.

In this season, Arsenal is having good depth with their players pool is also allowing them to give their best in all competitions, even things are always not easy for any team to have big double but as they are performing, and they are consistency they can go for best end of their season.

After beating Aston Villa in Premier league, they are having good advantage and Manchester City is also losing points which are definitely in favor of having widening points difference in champions league. Arsenal is undefeated, and they are still having good chance of keeping things on good level for winning without any pressure, Mikel Arteta is learning good from his past mistakes.

[emrecemsan]

I've found a data by Opta Analyst on the CL about the chances of teams to make it to further stages.



It's not a ranking only focused on their current places in the standings which is nice to see. Otherwise plain logic wouldn't make sense. 

Arsenal and Bayern Munich are top favourites as it's seen. Do you think the same? Or you have another favourite to win the CL this year?

[mvdheuvel1983]

Because the Arsenal team doesn't have a strong mentality, I think that's why they are often underestimated to win the title even though their performance is quite good and I also have the same thought so I think it would be a big surprise if Arsenal could win the Champions League title because in the knockout stages, mentality is very important when facing big matches and Arsenal doesn't have that.

Arsenal is experienced in the champions League and they have shown good changes this season anybody that is still underestimating them is only doing that as a mistake because the level of confidence and mentality Arsenal players have gathered this season they can go all the way to win all the competition they are playing this season because they are not dropping points and they have recorded winning in the competition more than any team. Arsenal will maintain the mentality of winning when they face any strong opponent don't forget they defeated Bayern Munich already in the competition if they meet Barcelona or Real Madrid they will still defeat them.

[Gost ms]

I think it's more realistic for Arsenal to maintain their Premier League position than to focus on the Champions League, as they currently have a better chance in the Premier League. If they decide to prioritize the Champions League as well, they risk losing focus on the Premier League as well.
I'm still not convinced they can focus on both competitions at once with the squad they have. Especially since the Champions League is so different from the Premier League, there's too much to risk if they want to aggressively pursue both.

I share the same opinion and currently, the chances of winning a trophy in the Premier League are much greater than in the Champions League. Focusing on both competitions might be a bit more difficult, especially given the squad depth. In the Champions League, the competition is much tougher because sometimes the players they have are inexperienced enough and we often see how inexperienced teams struggle to win trophies, although PSG managed to break that barrier last season. Arsenal needs to focus on the Premier League first so that next season they can target the Champions League trophy if their mentality gets better.

It should indeed be so, but I think Arsenal is a big team with big targets as well. For Arsenal's management, focusing on both is the right thing because they have already spent a lot of money to build this team, even though it is difficult and risky. However, in my opinion, almost all teams do this. Right now, Arsenal just needs to focus on maintaining consistent performance, regardless of which trophy they might win later.

Every team spends a lot of money to improve their team and to make their team win the title. Spending money is not a big deal. But the performance of Arsenal at the moment is very good and very consistent. They are currently performing very well in the Premier League and their performance in the Champions League is very good. They are at the top of the points table in both Leagues. Arsenal's attacking and defensive parts have been made very strong at the moment. This season, it may be almost impossible for anyone to compete with Arsenal or snatch the trophy from Arsenal.

[Volgastallion]

I've found a data by Opta Analyst on the CL about the chances of teams to make it to further stages.



It's not a ranking only focused on their current places in the standings which is nice to see. Otherwise plain logic wouldn't make sense. 

Arsenal and Bayern Munich are top favourites as it's seen. Do you think the same? Or you have another favourite to win the CL this year?

I never like this kind of statistics so much since as we can see there Arsenal ahve a 22% chance of winning and we all know that is far from reality, Arsenal right now can have a maximum of 10% chance of winning in the best case scenario, Arsenal is not a team to trust when it comes to Champions League at all, or better to say is never a team to back on winning something. 

[kawetsriyanto]

Because the Arsenal team doesn't have a strong mentality, I think that's why they are often underestimated to win the title even though their performance is quite good and I also have the same thought so I think it would be a big surprise if Arsenal could win the Champions League title because in the knockout stages, mentality is very important when facing big matches and Arsenal doesn't have that.

I never assume Arsenal players have weak mentality but they only often have bad luck. In the previous season, they got injured problem for some key players. It became one of the factors that they failed to win a trophy. It didn't only happen in UCL, it also happened in EPL. However, I think Arsenal has prepared better in this season. They have enough players to compete in any competition, including in UCL. So, I think it won't be very surprising if Arsenal can win the UCL trophy. If they can maintain their performance, I'm very sure Arsenal can be one of the team which can reach the final round. I personally favor them to be the champion for this season.

[pewboy]

Juventus are currently without any strikers and this is making itself felt so I think that whoever faces this team has a serious chance of winning against them and it doesn't surprise me, without strikers you don't go anywhere, obviously they have to do something immediately if they don't want to come to a bad end.

exactly, being without valid attackers it is impossible to have the possibility of taking points, this evening at Sassuolo's home it will be difficult even with a team of this level, Juventus in the last match threw away precious points if they had won the last match and this one would surely now find themselves much further ahead

[$weetne$$]

They have had a good season to date but knockout stages of the Champions League is another story altogether. The ability to stand and deal with pressure is essential and Arsenal has already proved to be uneven in stressful matches. The League and the champions might create a strain on their team particularly when they are injured and have already become tired of the season. Logically, it may be better to remain high in the Premier League and any serious run in Europe must be regarded as an added bonus rather than the goal. It will be difficult to balance the two competitions using their existing resources.

Even till now I still believe Arsenal will get pass the knock out stage, the challenge will lay beyond  the knockout stage, they have almost no injuries at the moment but some injury prone players and mind you they have a good bench so they have little to worry or fear about, they are actually creating some really good balance across both leagues, such that I believe if they can maintain consistency, there is possibility in getting both titles.

[dollyamo]

Although, I think they have more chance in the premier league than champions league competition, moreover to win two title in the same season won't be a easy task for Arsenal, the best thing is to focus on one, so they can use their full strength to get the title. If they focus on both, their attention will be divided, and I don't think they'll get both title.

They will definitely focus much more on the Premier League, they are very focused and it shows that they have full control over the championship and they are doing more than well against everyone's expectations who actually expected them not to succeed.