In the upcoming battle of two soccer powerhouses, Arsenal is set to face Real Madrid in the first leg of the 2025 UEFA Champions League quarterfinals on April 8 at the Emirates Stadium.

Real Madrid, the current champions, made it through to this stage by defeating their local rivals Atletico Madrid on penalties after an aggregate score of 2-2. Meanwhile, Arsenal reached the quarterfinals following a dominant 9-3 victory against PSV in the previous round.

Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET, with Arsenal listed as the +105 favorites in the latest betting odds, while Real Madrid is dismissed as the +260 underdog. Both teams feature strong offensive capabilities, evidenced by their recent scoring habits.

For fans looking to stream the match live, it will be available on Paramount+, which currently offers a free trial for new subscribers.

Betting Insights

• Both Teams to Score: Yes (-105) Expect actions as both teams are known for their attacking play. Real’s Kylian Mbappe has been in form with significant goal contributions, while Arsenal scored nine in their last match.

• Over 2.5 Goals (+110) Historical data shows that high-scoring matches are common in both teams, especially with their recent performances.

• Real Madrid Draw No Bet (+110) Given their status as reigning champions and Arsenal’s injury concerns, this bet could be advantageous.

For comprehensive betting tips and detailed analysis, be sure to check out more from SportsLine’s Jon Eimer.