UEFA Champions League League Stage - 4
Slavia Praha 0 - 3 FT Arsenal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Ethan Nwaneri 23'
B. Saka 32'
Mikel Merino 37'
HT
M. Merino (L. Trossard) 46'
48' ↓ T. Chory ↑M. Chytil
↓ E. Nwaneri ↑E. Eze 65'
M. Merino (D. Rice) 68'
70' ↓ C. Zafeiris ↑M. Cham
70' ↓ T. Vlcek ↑D. Doudera
↓ J. Timber ↑B. White 73'
↓ P. Hincapie ↑M. Lewis-Skelly 73'
↓ L. Trossard ↑M. Dowman 73'
74' ↓ D. Moses ↑D. Hashioka
74' ↓ Y. Sanyang ↑V. Kusej
↓ D. Rice ↑A. Harriman-Annous 81'
83' David Doudera
86' Lukáš Provod
90'+6 Youssoupha Mbodji
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Slavia Praha
Goalkeepers
J. Markovic 
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
22%
pass acc
6.6
rating
Defenders
T. Vlcek 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
rating
5.9
rating
3
duels lost
15
poss lost
S. Chaloupek
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
19%
pass acc
6.2
rating
D. Zima
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
24%
pass acc
6.2
rating
Midfielders
D. Moses
NPC
74
minutes
74
minutes
9%
pass acc
6.3
rating
C. Zafeiris 
STORMTROOPER
3
shots
3
shots
0
goals
0
on target
M. Sadilek 
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
21%
pass acc
Y. Mbodji 
WALL
0
dribbled past
0
dribbled past
3
tackles
60%
duel win %
Forwards
L. Provod 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
mistake
0
mistake
3
fouls
7.5
rating
T. Chory
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Sanyang
WALL
0
dribbled past
0
dribbled past
6
tackles
80%
duel win %
BENCH
J. Stanek 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
A. Rezek
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
D. Hashioka
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Boril 
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
J. Kolisek
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
M. Cham
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Doudera
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Jelinek
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
V. Kusej
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Chytil
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Toula
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
E. Prekop
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
Arsenal
Goalkeepers
D. Raya
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
19%
pass acc
6.7
rating
Defenders
J. Timber
NPC
73
minutes
73
minutes
15%
pass acc
6.9
rating
W. Saliba
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
28%
pass acc
6.5
rating
Gabriel 
PROVOCATEUR
4
fouls won
4
fouls won
8
Duels Won
0
pens won
P. Hincapie
PROVOCATEUR
3
fouls won
3
fouls won
8
Duels Won
0
pens won
Midfielders
E. Nwaneri
NPC
65
minutes
65
minutes
18%
pass acc
6.3
rating
C. Norgaard 
SWEEPER
2
cleanups
2
cleanups
2
interceptions
0
blocks
D. Rice
ARCHITECT
5
key passes
5
key passes
1
assists
50%
pass acc
Forwards
B. Saka
SWEEPER
1
cleanups
1
cleanups
1
interceptions
0
blocks
M. Merino 
HITMAN
2
goals
2
goals
2
on target
8.6
rating
L. Trossard
WALL
0
dribbled past
0
dribbled past
1
tackles
56%
duel win %
BENCH
T. Setford
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
A. Rojas
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
C. Mosquera
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
B. White
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Calafiori
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
M. Lewis-Skelly
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Eze
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Dowman
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
C. Sagoe Jr
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
A. Harriman-Annous
CAMEO
9
minutes
9
minutes
4
touches
None
events
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/04/2021 | Slavia Praha | 0 - 4 | Arsenal | UEFA Europa League | Sinobo Stadium |
| 08/04/2021 | Arsenal | 1 - 1 | Slavia Praha | UEFA Europa League | Emirates Stadium |
15/04/2021
08/04/2021
Slavia Praha Win
Arsenal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +10
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +8
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -8
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 4 GD: -7
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -8
P: 4 GD: -9
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +18
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -11
P: 7 GD: -10
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Merino's Masterclass Seals Arsenal's Flawless European Run
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 72/100. Arsenal's demolition of Slavia Praha at Fortuna Arena wasn't just a victory—it was a statement that the Gunners belong among Europe's elite, maintaining their perfect Champions League record with ruthless efficiency.
Clinical Arsenal Dismantle Struggling Hosts
From the opening whistle, this was never a contest. Arsenal suffocated Slavia Praha with relentless intensity, controlling 57% possession and forcing the hosts into a defensive stranglehold. The stakes were simple: Arsenal chasing European glory; Slavia fighting for relevance in a group they've already surrendered. The gulf in quality became apparent within 30 minutes when Gabriel Magalhaes was brought down in the box, handing Bukayo Saka the chance to convert from the spot. He didn't miss—a composed finish that set the tone for what followed.
Merino's Devastating Double Changes the Narrative
But the real story belonged to Mikel Merino. Arsenal's midfield dynamo struck twice—first from Leandro Trossard's assist on 46 minutes, then again on 68 minutes when Declan Rice threaded the perfect pass into his path. Merino's movement in the box was predatory; his finishing clinical. Two goals from a midfielder transformed this from a routine victory into a commanding performance. The balance Arsenal struck between defensive solidity and attacking fluidity left Slavia with nowhere to hide.
Slavia's Resistance Crumbles
Slavia's form tells the story—two draws and two losses from four games, already mathematically eliminated from knockout contention. Lukáš Provod worked tirelessly for the hosts, but his efforts were rendered futile by Arsenal's suffocating press. The hosts managed just one shot on target across 90 minutes; their xG of 0.47 reflected a team utterly overwhelmed. Even VAR's intervention late on—cancelling a penalty that never was—felt like a footnote to Arsenal's dominance. The Gunners' defensive record remains spotless: 11 goals scored, zero conceded across four Champions League matches. That's not luck. That's European pedigree.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR confirmed Gabriel's penalty on 30 minutes, giving Saka the opening goal. Late drama saw a Slavia penalty cancelled after review—a moment of theatre in an already-decided contest.
What made Mikel Merino the standout performer?
Merino's brace (46', 68') showcased predatory finishing and intelligent movement. His 8.6 rating reflected both goals and his midfield dominance, anchoring Arsenal's control.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Gunners Aim for Perfection in Prague
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. This encounter is a stark collision between a side chasing historical continental dominance and another desperate to claw back toward the playoff qualification line.
The Setup
On November 04, 2025, the Fortuna Arena hosts a match with immense Stakes for both ends of the table. Arsenal arrive in the Czech capital with a flawless Form, having secured six wins from six matches while conceding just a single goal. Their tactical Balance has been the gold standard of this season's competition. In contrast, Slavia Praha find themselves in the bottom tier of the league stage, sitting in 33rd position. Without a win in their last five European outings, the hosts are effectively in a survival fight to reach the top-24 playoff positions.
Key Battle
The defining tactical conflict will be Slavia Praha's low-block defensive unit against the fluid rotation of the Arsenal frontline. The home side has struggled with a -9 goal difference, frequently appearing stretched when teams transition quickly. Arsenal’s ability to manipulate narrow defensive lines through high-intensity pressing and wide overloads will likely force the Slavia midfield into a deep, reactive posture for the majority of the evening.
Our Prediction
Arsenal are expected to dictate the tempo from the opening whistle. Expect the London side to utilize their Stars to pull the Czech defense out of position, likely resulting in a multi-goal margin. Slavia will look to catch the visitors on a rare counter-attack, but the gulf in technical quality suggests a comfortable away victory. A 0-3 scoreline reflects the current disparity between the top and bottom of the UCL standings.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Watch to see if Arsenal can maintain their perfect defensive record against a desperate home crowd.
What's the predicted outcome?
A dominant Arsenal victory, likely by a three-goal margin.
Where are Slavia Praha and Arsenal in the league table?
Arsenal sit 1st with maximum points; Slavia Praha are 33rd with just three points.
What is Slavia Praha's current form?
A worrying run of LDLDL, leaving them winless in the league stage.
What does this mean for survival?
Slavia must win to keep their top-24 playoff hopes alive; Arsenal have already secured qualification.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.