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Club Brugge vs Arsenal Prediction Champions League 10.12.2025

Alexandru Florin 9 December 2025

Club Brugge vs Arsenal Prediction Champions League

Club Brugge vs Arsenal Prediction and Betting Tips for the UEFA Champions League league phase, scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 20:00 GMT. The game will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2 and Discovery+ from the Jan Breydel Stadion in Brugge. The Gunners sit top of their group after five wins in five, while Club Brugge are fighting to keep their European hopes alive. In this article, you’ll find detailed analysis and expert insight, along with Champions League Predictions from the XpertStats team.

Arsenal have won their last nine Champions League group-stage matches.
Club Brugge have conceded 24 goals in 11 Champions League games this year.
Gabriel Martinelli has scored in all four UCL appearances this season.
New Brugge coach Ivan Leko faces a huge debut test against Arsenal.

Arsenal head into Belgium aiming to make it ten consecutive Champions League victories, something only Liverpool have done among English clubs. Their 3-1 win over Bayern Munich showed the growing confidence in Mikel Arteta’s side, even if the Premier League defeat at Aston Villa briefly stalled momentum. Arteta’s men have scored 27 goals and conceded just three in this European run. Impressive numbers, but football rarely reads the script, does it?

Club Brugge, meanwhile, are enduring a rough patch. They’ve shipped more goals than anyone except Barcelona in this competition in 2025 and recently parted ways with coach Nicky Hayen after back-to-back league defeats. New boss Ivan Leko faces a baptism of fire. Still, Brugge at home are unpredictable, just ask Monaco and Barcelona, both of whom felt their attacking bite earlier this season. Can Leko channel that chaos into something magical? It’s a long shot, but stranger things have happened.

For Arsenal, injuries are again part of the narrative. Gabriel Magalhães and Cristhian Mosquera remain sidelined, while Saliba’s fitness is still uncertain. Even so, the Gunners’ defence remains the stingiest in the tournament, allowing the fewest shots on target. Up front, Gabriel Martinelli’s scoring streak has him chasing club history, while Bukayo Saka continues to be Arsenal’s creative heartbeat. That mix of youthful spark and tactical maturity has made them a nightmare for any opponent.

Brugge’s hope lies in Carlos Forbs and young Aleksandar Stankovic, both of whom bring energy and flair. The Belgian side will rely on quick transitions and home support to unsettle Arsenal. Yet, facing one of Europe’s most balanced teams, it’s hard to imagine a full upset. A spirited display, maybe. A miracle? Possibly. But when the whistle blows at the Jan Breydel, Arsenal look set to keep their European dream alive. Expect goals, and expect them to come from the visitors. For more expert insight and match previews, check out our full list of Champions League Predictions.

Arsenal are expected to rotate for their Champions League trip to Club Brugge, with Mikel Arteta considering key changes to maintain the team’s perfect start. Declan Rice may finally be rested, while Viktor Gyokeres is tipped for a valuable start as he builds fitness after injury. Youngster Ethan Nwaneri could also feature as Arteta looks to manage workloads and keep momentum strong. Source: Standard Sport

Arsenal to Win
Arsenal’s European form speaks volumes: nine straight wins in the Champions League group stage, 27 goals scored, and just three conceded. They’ve handled away fixtures with ease, winning both on the road without conceding. Club Brugge, in contrast, are leaking goals – 24 in their last 11 UCL matches and just replaced their coach days before this game. With Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka in peak form, Arsenal’s attacking efficiency and defensive control should overwhelm a shaky Brugge side. While the Belgians are dangerous at home, their recent 3-0 loss to Sporting Lisbon exposed defensive gaps too wide to ignore. Arsenal’s pressing game and midfield discipline give them a clear edge. It’s hard to bet against them continuing this historic run.

Over 1.5 Goals
Arsenal’s attack is relentless, and Brugge’s defence is anything but secure. Over 1.5 goals feels inevitable. Arteta’s team have hit that mark in nine of their last ten UCL games, while Brugge’s last six in all competitions have all featured multiple goals. Whether it’s a comfortable Arsenal win or an open back-and-forth, the pattern is clear: neither side sits back. The Gunners’ precision combined with Brugge’s unpredictable flair should make this another high-tempo European night with goals guaranteed.