Arsenal v PSV Eindhoven: Arsenal's berth in the quarter-finals is all but secured

 

Arsenal go into the second leg of their Champions League last-16 contest with PSV Eindhoven with a command to win, knowing their berth in the quarter-finals is all but secured.

A record-breaking night in the Netherlands last week put them in pole position to meet one of the Madrid teams in the last eight next month, as they pursue consecutive last-eight participation in the competition for the first time since 2010.

Despite the large lead on the scoreboard, there is still a lot to play for. PSV will be seeking to regain some pride after being left stunned at home, while Arsenal will be looking to retain their impressive home record. Arsenal has a perfect home record in the Champions League this season, with no goals conceded, putting them on the verge of achieving six consecutive wins in Europe's premier club competition for the first time since 2005, preparing them perfectly for a visit from either of the Spanish capital clubs.

Arsenal should be able to glide into the Champions League quarterfinals.