Atletico Madrid v Arsenal: Three key head-to-head battles 

Julian Alvarez won’t have it all his own way in a game that may well be attritional and low scoring. If he comes out on top, then Arsenal have problems.

Arsenal want to sign Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, head coach Diego Simeone has claimed. Pic: AP Photo/Kin Cheung

Julian Alvarez v William Saliba 

Atleti manager Diego Simeone admitted in his pre-match press conference that Arsenal are interested in signing his star striker, which makes this match-up particularly interesting for neutrals and Gunners fans alike.