Arsenal vs Lille betting tips and predictions – Giroud to haunt former side?

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Arsenal host Lille in the Champions League on Tuesday with the Gunners hoping to make it two wins from two in the competitions this season.Arsenal vs Lille details overviewDate: Tuesday 13th OctoberKick-off: 8pmVenue: Emirates Stadium, London, UKHow to watch: TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports Ultimate, HBO MaxArsenal vs Lille quick tipsGyorekes 2+ shots on target – 10/11 with bet365Arsenal to win -2 handicap – 13/8 with bet365Both teams to score – NO – 4/6 with bet365Arsenal vs Lille predictionPerfect in the Champions League league phase since going down 1-0 to Inter Milan in November 2024, Arsenal’s lucky 13th win in a row arrived in Naples on matchday one, where man of the moment Martin Odegaard made the difference again.Can they follow it up on home soil against Ligue 1 club Lille, who lost 3-2 against Real Betis on matchday one?Arsenal banished some of the demons of their 3-0 defeat to Brighton before the international break, by seeing off Leeds 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday lunchtime.They are back on home soil on Tuesday hoping to keep the momentum going, in spite of injury worries to Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi.They’ve been formidable in this competition over the last year and an Arsenal win to nil could be a strong play here.However, Lille have also responded well to defeat to the Spanish club, with a string of three wins in a row in the league. Former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud will be back in north London, but may have to make do with an appearance from the bench with Japanese forward Ayase Ueda likely to start.Kylian Mbappe’s younger brother Ethan, could well be in the mix to make the starting 11 too. Arsenal vs Lille tipsGyorekes on targetThe Swedish striker didn’t have much of a look in before the international break.But has been supremely prolific for his nation where the 28-year-old made UEFA Nations League history with Sweden after scoring his sixth goal in a row against Bosnia and Herzegovina.Kai Havertz may be rested having just come back from injury while on international duty, Gyorekes may get his chance to lead the line from the start on Saturday.A confidence player in its purest form. An opportunity on the European stage may be the perfect time to give the former Sporting striker the nod.Tip: Gyorekes 2+ shots on target – 10/11 with bet365Gunners firingSo solid crew. Arsenal’s Champions League record is ominous for the Ligue 1 club. The Gunners were eight wins for eight in the league phase last season and didn’t lose a match on their way to the final last season – losing only on penalties to PSG.Arteta may have to reshuffle his pack to keep everyone fresh, but with Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino on the pitch, they should get the job done. Tip: Arsenal to win -2 handicap – 13/8 with bet365Arsenal vs Lille predicted lineupsArsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya (GK); Timber, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Guimaraes, Merino; Saka, Odegaard, Eze; GyokeresLille (4-2-3-1): Ozer (GK); Ngoy, Nianzou, Alexsandro, Verdonk; Andre, Bentaleb; Bakwa, Haraldsson, Perrin; UedaArsenal vs Lille latest oddsFind the latest Arsenal vs Lille betting odds here. All odds are provided by our recommended football bookmakers and are subject to change.Arsenal – 2/9 with bet365Draw – 11/2 with bet365Lille – 11/1 with bet365More Champions League predictionsWe have plenty more Champions League predictions and picks – find our latest betting tips from expert punters in our match preview overview.Important historical facts about Arsenal vs LilleThis will be the first time Arsenal and Lille meet in a competitive fixture.The Gunners record against Ligue 1 clubs is 17 wins, eight draws and six defeats in 31 overall matches.Meanwhile Lille’s 19 matches against English clubs have only totaled four wins. Last meeting: Arsenal N/A Lille Last six matches: Arsenal wins – N/A ; Lille wins – N/A ; Draws – N/A .Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+. T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.Free Bet OffersSee all the best free bets and betting offers available in the UK over at our dedicated pageSee all free bets18+ gambleaware.org. T&Cs apply