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Michael Owen’s Europa League predictions for Arsenal v Napoli and Slavia Prague v Chelsea


Michael Owen gives his thoughts on Arsenal and Chelsea’s Europe League chances (Getty/REX)

The Europa League is back again as the first leg of the quarter-finals take place on Thursday with two Premier League sides still remaining in the competition.

Arsenal face a tough test at home to Napoli, who currently sit second in Serie A under Carlo Ancelotti.

Chelsea also made it through to the last eight and they are away for their first leg against Slavia Prague, who pulled off a shock upset to knock out Sevilla in the previous round.

Once again our Brand Ambassador Michael Owen shared his thoughts ahead of the action with BetVictor.

ARSENAL VS NAPOLI

Can Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang fire Arsenal past Napoli? (Getty Images)

This is the third game between the teams in European competition with the home side winning the two previous encounters in the group stages of the Champions League back in the 2013-14 season.

Napoli have never won in England in European competition in eight previous visits, but I expect the Serie A side to score at the Emirates in what promises to be an entertaining tie.

The Gunners have won their last three home games in all competitions without conceding a goal, but I think it will be honours even and all to play for back in Naples next week.

Michael’s prediction: Arsenal 1-1 Napoli

SLAVIA PRAGUE VS CHELSEA

Eden Hazard is set to be Chelsea’s star man once again (Getty Images)

Slavia Prague have scored 10 times in their last two games in domestic football, but they are likely to find Chelsea a different proposition.

This is a big week for the Blues who travel to Anfield on Sunday in the Premier League and they had Eden Hazard to thank for three points against West Ham on Monday following a virtuoso performance from the Belgian magician.

Slavia produced the shock of the round in the last 16 when they eliminated Spanish giants Sevilla 6-5 on aggregate courtesy of a 119th minute winner.

They clearly have goals in their ranks, but I expect Maurizio Sarri’s side to get a draw and score an important away goal.

Michael’s prediction: Slavia Prague 1-1 Chelsea

Michael Owen is a brand ambassador for BetVictor. For more tips from Michael read his column here.





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