Athletic Club vs Arsenal Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Sep 2025

Champions League Betting Preview: Athletic Club vs Arsenal

Spanish La Liga outfit Athletic Club host Premier League side Arsenal in this Champions League season opener at San Mamés, with kick-off set for 13:45 on Tuesday 16 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Get the Best Value By Backing Gunners

Arsenal look like excellent value at -120 for bettors who are wagering on the Full-Time Result market. The favourites are capable of securing a win against Athletic Club based on the numbers at our disposal.

Ready to back Arsenal? Grab the most up-to-date BetMGM promo code and check our detailed review for everything you need to know before betting.

Big Win for Arsenal Last Time Out

Athletic Club were beaten 1-0 at San Mamés in their last game, being turned over at home to Deportivo Alavés in La Liga. Los Leones enjoyed 58% possession and managed three shots on target.

Last season’s Champions League semifinalists Arsenal secured a 3-0 Premier League home win over Nottingham Forest at Emirates Stadium in their previous game. Mikel Arteta's men enjoyed 54% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Martin Zubimendi scoring twice and Viktor Gyoekeres also finding the net.

Champions League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	Arsenal	3	3	0	0	8	0	8	8:0	9
21	Athletic Club	3	1	0	2	4	7	-3	4:7	3

View Full Table

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.1 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts. Athletic have had 47.7% possession, 375.3 passes and 5.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.7 goals from 2.4 shots on goal and 7.9 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.

Aitor Paredes is the top scorer along with five other players, with each of them scoring 1 goals. Nico Williams, Unai Gomez and Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta are tied for the most assists on 1, with goalie Unai Simon managing 6 clean sheets.

Arsenal have won 6, lost 2 and drawn 2, averaging 4.9 shots on goal, 15.4 attempts and 2.1 goals. The North London side average 57.2% possession, 489.8 passes, 5.8 corners taken and 3.5 corners against them, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 10.2 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.

Leandro Trossard and Viktor Gyoekeres have top scored with 3, while Martin Zubimendi is next on 2. Martin Oedegaard has been chief assist maker on 4, with David Raya recording 5 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Athletic Club confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Unai Simon (GK), Andoni Gorosabel, Daniel Vivian, Aitor Paredes, Adama Boiro, Mikel Jauregizar, Mikel Vesga, Alex Berenguer, Oihan Sancet, Robert Navarro, Inaki Williams.

Arsenal confirmed lineup (4-3-3): David Raya (GK), Jurrien Timber, Cristhian Mosquera, Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Declan Rice, Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyoekeres, Eberechi Eze.

Athletic Club vs Arsenal Prediction & Betting Tips

Discover our expert Athletic Club vs Arsenal betting tips, featuring a match prediction, correct score suggestion, corners market outlook, top player prop picks and bet builder advice. Scroll down for full analysis.

Match Prediction

We think that Arsenal can claim a Champions League win and there’s the opportunity to get odds of -120 that this prediction is proved correct. The price holds enough appeal for us to place a wager.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Champions League team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Athletic Club vs Arsenal Champions League & league stats:

• Arsenal have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Arsenal have won 12 of their last 20 games on the road.

Arsenal to Win Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

There are several exciting options when it comes to betting Arsenal if you think they’ll win by some distance. One alternative is the Asian Handicap where you can select a line at a bigger price.

Make smarter wagers by browsing today’s best betting offers, complete with promos, free bets, and welcome bonuses.

Our Match Prediction

Arsenal To Win @ -120 Bet Now

BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Gamble responsibly 18+. All odds are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change. To use the Bookmaker Live Streaming services you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Geo-restrictions apply.

Correct Score Prediction

Athletic 0 - 2 Arsenal

One bet that has caught our eye is Arsenal to claim a 2-0 correct score win. This selection is available at +575 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Gabriel Martinelli Over 0.5 Shots On Target -112

Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal) has totalled at least one shot on goal in eight of his past nine matches on the road. Out of the prop bets currently on offer, we’re opting for the -112 when it comes to this Shots on Target wager.

Latest Gabriel Martinelli Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+360

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-154

Shots

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

---

Declan Rice to Score +550

Declan Rice (Arsenal) has netted two goals in his past nine games. We’re happy to take the +550 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Declan Rice Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+600

First

+1300

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+185

Under 0.5

-357

Shots

Over 1.5

+123

Under 1.5

-

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Corners Prediction

Athletic Over 3.5 Corners -161

Athletic have averaged 6.20 corners in the past five games. We’re going to select the Overs for Athletic Team Corners, with this line making appeal and you can secure odds of -161.

Champions League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Athletic

Total

9.60 5.40 4.20

Home

8.60 5.00 3.60

Away

10.20 4.90 5.30

Arsenal

Total

8.40 5.20 3.20

Home

9.40 5.60 3.80

Away

9.90 6.30 3.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-110

Under 9.5

-128

Athletic Corners

Over 3.5

-128

Under 3.5

-111

Arsenal Corners

Over 5.5

-111

Under 5.5

-128

Most Corners

1

+225

X

+650

2

-204

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Athletic Club vs Arsenal Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Arsenal Favourites to Win According to Bookies

The bookmakers have Arsenal at -143 when it comes to 1x2. This suggests that the favourites have a 59% chance of winning this Champions League clash based on the betting odds. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +450 for Athletic Club.

One Asian Handicap bet involves backing Arsenal -0.75 at -110. If they beat Athletic by 2+ goals, you get a full payout. You also get a return on half your stake if they win by one and the other half is refunded.

A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. Both Teams to Score betting is highly popular and the No pick on the BTTS market is chalked up at -147.

There are hundreds of markets which means lots of options to find a football wager for the latest Champions League game. The leading betting apps leave no stone unturned to provide a first-class service.

Full-Time Result

1

+450

X

+250

2

-143

Half-Time Result

1

+450

X

+118

2

+130

Double Chance

1X

+110

12

-345

X2

-667

Draw No Bet

1

+265

2

-417

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.75

-111

2 Hcp -0.75

-110

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-152

Over 2.5

+123

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+108

No

-147

Viktor Gyökeres Favourite to Score the First Goal

Viktor Gyökeres is the First Goalscorer favourite at +310 and there’s an opportunity to back him to find the net anytime at +138.

Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)

First

+138

Anytime

+310

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

First

+205

Anytime

+440

Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)

First

+250

Anytime

+500

Nico Williams (Athletic)

First

+290

Anytime

+650

Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)

First

+360

Anytime

+700

Leandro Trossard (Arsenal)

First

+360

Anytime

+750

Mikel Merino (Arsenal)

First

+360

Anytime

+750

Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)

First

+380

Anytime

+800

Urko Izeta (Athletic)

First

+380

Anytime

+850

Max Dowman (Arsenal)

First

+430

Anytime

+900

Oihan Sancet (Athletic)

First

+450

Anytime

+1000

Maroan Sannadi (Athletic)

First

+450

Anytime

+1000

Noni Madueke (Arsenal)

First

+450

Anytime

+950

Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal)

First

+460

Anytime

+1000

Gorka Guruzeta (Athletic)

First

+510

Anytime

+1150

Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Iñaki Williams (Athletic)

First

+525

Anytime

+1200

Alex Berenguer (Athletic)

First

+575

Anytime

+1150

Declan Rice (Arsenal)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)

First

+800

Anytime

+1800

Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Unai Gomez (Athletic)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Robert Navarro (Athletic)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Mikel Jauregizar (Athletic)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Mikel Vesga (Athletic)

First

+1150

Anytime

+2200

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

+128

Nico Williams (Athletic)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-100

Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-152

Under 0.5

-111

Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-154

Urko Izeta (Athletic)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-156

Leandro Trossard (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+102

Under 0.5

-161

Iñaki Williams (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-185

Mikel Merino (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+112

Under 0.5

-192

Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-182

Maroan Sannadi (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+115

Under 0.5

-182

Oihan Sancet (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+116

Under 0.5

-200

Noni Madueke (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+117

Under 0.5

-204

Gorka Guruzeta (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+132

Under 0.5

-213

Max Dowman (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-217

Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

+138

Under 1.5

-244

Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+143

Under 0.5

-238

Alex Berenguer (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+163

Under 0.5

-303

Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+185

Under 0.5

-345

Declan Rice (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+185

Under 0.5

-357

Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-714

Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-714

Unai Gomez (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-625

Robert Navarro (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+330

Under 0.5

-909

Mikel Jauregizar (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+340

Under 0.5

-1000

Mikel Vesga (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+360

Under 0.5

-1111

Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)

Over 3.5

+138

Under 3.5

-

Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)

Over 2.5

+145

Under 2.5

-

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)

Over 2.5

-111

Under 2.5

-

Maroan Sannadi (Athletic)

Over 1.5

-105

Under 1.5

-

Declan Rice (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

+123

Under 1.5

-

Alex Berenguer (Athletic)

Over 1.5

+102

Under 1.5

-

Iñaki Williams (Athletic)

Over 1.5

-167

Under 1.5

-

Gorka Guruzeta (Athletic)

Over 1.5

+115

Under 1.5

-

Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

+130

Under 1.5

-

Noni Madueke (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

-116

Under 1.5

-

Oihan Sancet (Athletic)

Over 1.5

-109

Under 1.5

-

Max Dowman (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

+123

Under 1.5

-

Urko Izeta (Athletic)

Over 1.5

-128

Under 1.5

-

Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

+102

Under 1.5

-

Mikel Merino (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

-105

Under 1.5

-

Leandro Trossard (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

-114

Under 1.5

-

Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-

Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-213

Under 0.5

-

Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-112

Under 0.5

-

Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal)

Over 0.5

-156

Under 0.5

-

Robert Navarro (Athletic)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-

Mikel Jauregizar (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+102

Under 0.5

-

Mikel Vesga (Athletic)

Over 0.5

+112

Under 0.5

-

Latest Champions League and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Athletic Club Stats

Arsenal Stats

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 3.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 3.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 7.30 corners awarded and 2.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 47.70% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 50.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 57.20% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 59.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches

Athletic Club vs Arsenal Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the Athletic vs Arsenal team news before you bet. We’ll provide the predicted and confirmed lineups for the Champions League along with up-to-date injury news.