The UEFA Champions League quarterfinals kick off with two exciting matches on Tuesday. First, Arsenal will host the current Champions League titleholders, Real Madrid, in London. Simultaneously, Bayern Munich, facing some injury challenges, will play against Inter Milan in Munich.
Soccer expert Brandt Sutton has shared his top picks for these Champions League matches, boasting a successful record in his previous predictions.
Arsenal vs. Real Madrid
Prediction: Real Madrid 2, Arsenal 1
Despite both teams having injury concerns, Real Madrid`s experience is expected to be a crucial factor in this game. Real Madrid`s fast wing play with Vinicius Jr. and the dynamic presence of Kylian Mbappe in the central area could be a significant challenge for Arsenal`s defense, which will be missing key players. Real Madrid previously secured a victory against Manchester City, and they are predicted to win again in England on Tuesday.
Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan
Prediction: Bayern 1, Inter 1
Inter Milan has displayed excellent defense in the Champions League, only conceding a few goals in their matches. They have kept clean sheets against strong teams like Manchester City and Arsenal. However, they will face a tough Bayern attack led by Harry Kane, a prolific striker with a strong Champions League scoring record. Inter is likely to focus on defensive play and counter-attacks against a Bayern defense that has conceded goals recently. A close match is anticipated, possibly ending in a draw.