India, April 7 -- The Jose Alvalade Stadium is set to host a high-octane encounter as Sporting CP welcomes Arsenal for the UEFA Champions League 2026 quarter-final first leg on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Mikel Arteta's side arrives in Lisbon as one of the tournament favourites, having won nine of their ten matches in this campaign. However, the Gunners face a daunting task against a Sporting side that has won all five of their home Champions League fixtures this season. Both managers are dealing with critical squad issues that could significantly impact the tactical battle in this opening leg.

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