The Portuguese side fought hard for a 2-2 draw in Lisbon last week as they inspect to win a first European title in almost 60 years.
While battling for the Premier League title, this competition may be seen as something of a distraciton by some Arsenal fans but Mikel Arteta will be strongly enticed by the possibility of a League-and-Europe double.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Arsenal vs Sporting CP is scheduled for an 8pm GMT kick-off on Thursday, March 16, 2023.
The match will grasp plot at Emirates Stadium in London.
Where to watch Arsenal vs Sporting CP
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on BT Sport 2, with coverage beginning at 7.15pm.
Live stream: Subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the BT Sport app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings at the ground.
Arsenal vs Sporting CP team news
Eddie Nketiah is not fit for Arsenal, although there are not thought to be any fresh injury concenrs.
Arteta will acquire to determine whether Gabriel Jesus is ready for a first start since his return from injury with some rotation likely and Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Emile Smith Rowe looking to play.
Hector Bellerin is set to miss his return to the Emirates with a knee injury for Sporting. Goalkeeper Antonio Adan is another doubt with a muscle complaint.
Arsenal vs Sporting CP prediction
Sporting will give Arsenal a game and low-key performances in cup exits against Brighton and Manchester City earlier in the campaign should act as a warning to the Gunners.
They may need to dig deep but the home support should secure them over the line.
Arsenal to win, 2-1 (4-3 on aggregate).
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Until last week’s draw, Sporting had never scored a goal against the Gunners in their previous four meetings.
Arsenal wins: 2
Draws: 3
Sporting wins: 0
Arsenal vs Sporting CP match odds
Arsenal to progress: 1/10
Draw (90 mins): 4/1
Sporting to progress: 11/2
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).