Arsenal vs Benfica: Women’s Champions League preview, predictions, team news and TV info

Arsenal host Benfica at Meadow Park in Borehamwood for matchday three of the UEFA Women's Champions League league phase on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Renée Slegers' side enters the fixture following a 2-1 North London derby win over Tottenham, looking to build momentum in a European campaign that includes an opening win over HB Køge and a draw with Paris FC.

Arsenal remain without Mariona Caldentey, Selina Cerci, Chloe Kelly, and Kim Little due to injuries, while Alessia Russo aims to add to her 20 Champions League goals. Portuguese champions Benfica, who defeated Juventus before falling to Bayern Munich in previous matchday action, enter the contest without a clean sheet across their last ten European fixtures.