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Sporting CP Hosts Arsenal in UEFA Champions League Quarterfinal First Leg
Sporting CP faces Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon on April 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Arsenal remains undefeated in the competition this season, while Sporting CP has won its last 17 home matches. The match will be broadcast live on Paramount+ in the United States.
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Sporting CP will host Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon. The match kicks off at 3:00 PM ET, which corresponds to 8:00 PM BST. Both teams advanced to this stage after strong performances in earlier rounds.
Arsenal has not suffered a defeat in the Champions League this season. The team, managed by Mikel Arteta, has demonstrated efficiency in attack and defensive discipline throughout the tournament. Arsenal recently lost the Carabao Cup final and was eliminated from the FA Cup in consecutive matches.
CP has won its last 17 matches at Estádio José Alvalade.
Five of those victories occurred in the Champions League this season, including a 5-0 win in the second leg of the round of 16 against Bodø/Glimt after a 3-0 first-leg loss. The Portuguese team has shown attacking flair, balanced squad play, and resilience in defense during its run to the quarterfinals.
Arsenal has maintained strong form in European competition, with growing experience in knockout stages and solid away performances.
The team possesses one of Europe's most dynamic attacks. Sporting CP enters as the underdog but aims to leverage home support for an advantage ahead of the second leg.
The match will be available for live streaming on Paramount+ in the United States, with full broadcasts and on-demand replays.
, subject to regional restrictions. Viewers can subscribe to access the stream. This quarterfinal tie represents a key stage in both teams' pursuit of advancement in the competition. Arsenal seeks to build on its unbeaten record, while Sporting CP looks to capitalize on its home strength.
