Arsenal predicted XI vs PSV as Martinelli and Tierney start, Trossard new role

Deola March 12, 2025

Arsenal have a very simple reality for them in the UEFA Champions League as they take a 7-1 lead into the Emirates as PSV Eindhoven look to achieve the impossible. Mikel Arteta appears to even be thinking ahead to the quarter-finals as he fielded questions on the prospects of a Madrid-based opponent.

There needs to be a balance from the coach in terms of giving minutes to players who need them while not allowing another defeat or draw to creep into their record. We’re unsure how PSV might arrive, what their own motivation for the match might be.

With Chelsea on the weekend and the Blues playing on Thursday night with only a slight lead after the first leg, Arsenal could benefit two-fold from some rotation. The mood might be low but the Champions League is what remains to win and therefore predicting the line-up is incredibly challenging this time around.

David Raya

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya

The No.1 had a brilliant second half display at Manchester United on the weekend. I don’t think that momentum would be interrupted for this second leg. 1 of 11

Ben White

Riccardo Calafiori and Ben White are in contention to face PSV for Arsenal on Wednesday night

Back from injury but still carrying some load-management issues, Mikel Arteta did hint that Ben White could start against PSV. With Jurrien Timber playing so much, a rest would be greatly appreciated. 2 of 11

William Saliba

William Saliba has been linked with a move to Real Madrid despite contract talks ongoing with Arsenal

Speaking openly about his happiness at Arsenal amid fears over his future, William Saliba will likely be the first team starting presence in the line-up for the Gunners but will an unfamiliar partner next to him. 3 of 11

Jakub Kiwior

Raheem Sterling, Jakub Kiwior and Thomas Partey in Arsenal training

Jakub Kiwior has barely played any minutes for Arsenal this year, and his last appearance came against Girona in January. This is where we might finally therefore see some more of him, and any suitors for the summer transfer window. 4 of 11