Arsenal vs Guimaraes Match Preview

Arsenal welcome Guimaraes in Emirates Stadium for the 3rd round of the Europa League group stage.

The 'Gunners' have a maximum of 6 points after the incredible win 0-3 over Eintracht in Frankfurt and the comfortable home win 4-0 win over Standard Liege. Although the 47yo coach Unai Emery fancy to rotate his squad in the Europa League games, the London side have cope with this pretty well. In the Premier League, after their narrow home win 1-0 over Bournemouth, they suffered a 'bad' 1-0 loss to Sheffield United on the road. On Sunday it's another big clash, vs Crystal Palace in front of their fans. I expect a wide rotation once again from their experienced coach. Defender Nelson is injured and he is permanently out.

Guimaraes's performance isn't trustworthy at all. After their 2-0 loss to Standard Liege in their opening game of the competition, they suffered another loss 0-1 to Eintracht. It is quite probable that the Portuguese side will finish at the bottom of this group, actually they didn't manage to score a single goal in their games till now. In their domestic tasks, they suffered a loss through the penalty shootout for a cup game vs weak Sindri. Everyone is concerned about the most recent performances of  Ivo Vieira's team. it's worthwhile to mention that he has many missing players tonight.

Arsenal are superior, especially at their home and despite any rotation, they have clearly the upper hand. Guimaraes aren't on their best form and they have slight hopes tonight against a superior rival. Arsenal to win with two or more goals difference is my call.