Arsenal's match with Slavia Prague to be banned in Champions League rule change
Arsenal will be banned from playing Slavia Prague on Czech soil next season due to a new UEFA rule change. The Gunners are targeting a further three points in the Champions League as they gear up for a tough test at the Fortuna Arena on Wednesday. It is a well-known fixture for Mikel Arteta's side, having faced the same opponents away from home last November.
TL;DR
- Arsenal is banned from playing Slavia Prague on Czech soil next season due to a new UEFA rule.
- The rule prevents the same home team from facing the same opponent in the Champions League league phase for three successive seasons.
- This rule applies to the 2026/27 season and impacts future draws.
- Arsenal recently beat Slavia Prague 3-0 away from home in a previous encounter.
- Mikel Arteta expressed confidence in his squad after their recent win over Liverpool.