A single goal either way will decide who goes through when Arsenal welcome Bayer Leverkusen to the Emirates Stadium for their Champions League second leg match on Tuesday, 17 March.
The first meeting in Germany ended 1‑1 thanks to a late Kai Havertz penalty after Robert Andrich’s header, so the tie is poised on a knife‑edge. Kick‑off is scheduled for 20:00 UK time at London’s Emirates Stadium – the same stage that has become a fortress for the Premier League leaders.
With a quarter‑final spot on the line and the winners facing either Bodo/Glimt or Sporting CP, expect a tense contest under the north‑London floodlights.
Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen – Betting Odds
Betting terminology can be confusing at first, so the following sections explain the most popular markets in plain language. As always, make sure to re-check the most updated Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen betting odds before placing your bets.
1X2 Betting Odds
Also called the three‑way market, 1X2 betting simply asks which side you think will win the match or whether it will end in a draw. The options are:
- 1 – Home win (Arsenal): your bet pays out if Arsenal win in 90 minutes.
- X – Draw: pays out if scores are level after 90 minutes.
- 2 – Away win (Bayer Leverkusen): pays out if Leverkusen win in 90 minutes.
| Arsenal win (1) | Draw (X) | Bayer Leverkusen win (2) |
| 4/13 | 15/4 | 7/1 |
This market does not consider extra time or penalties, it settles at the end of regulation time. Because there are three possible outcomes, the odds usually offer a higher return on draws and away wins, whereas the favourite’s price is shorter.
Double Chance Odds
The double‑chance market gives you two of the three 1X2 outcomes in one bet. It’s useful when you favour a side but want insurance against a draw or you think the underdog has a good chance of avoiding defeat. The options are:
- 1X – Arsenal or Draw: the bet wins if Arsenal win or the match ends level.
- 12 – Arsenal or Bayer Leverkusen: the bet wins if either team wins (it only loses if the match is drawn).
- X2 – Draw or Bayer Leverkusen: the bet wins if Leverkusen avoid defeat.
| 1X – Arsenal or draw | 12 – Arsenal or Bayer Leverkusen | X2 – Draw or Bayer Leverkusen |
| 1/13 | 1/7 | 9/5 |
Because you’re covering two outcomes, the odds are shorter than in the 1X2 market. For favourites, 1X tends to offer little value.
Handicap Betting Odds
Handicap bets level the playing field by giving the underdog a head start or requiring the favourite to overcome a deficit. In the example below:
- A -1.5 handicap on Arsenal means they must win by two or more goals for your bet to win. If they only win by one goal, draw or lose, the bet loses.
- A +1.5 handicap on Leverkusen means they can lose by one goal, draw or win, and your bet still wins.
Some markets use whole‑goal handicaps like –1 or +1. If the final margin equals the handicap number, the stake is returned (known as a push). Handicaps allow you to back the favourite at a more palatable price or side with the underdog and get a safety buffer.
| Arsenal -1.5 | Bayer Leverkusen +1.5 |
| 20/23 | 4/5 |
| Arsenal -1 | Bayer Leverkusen +1 |
| 10/21 | 31/20 |
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Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Odds
This market asks a simple question: will both sides score at least once during the match? It doesn’t matter what the final result is, the only concern is whether each team finds the net.
- Yes – the bet wins if both teams score at least one goal.
- No – the bet wins if one or both teams fail to score.
| Yes | No |
| 1/1 | 8/11 |
Goal Total (Over/Under) Odds
Over/Under betting focuses on the combined number of goals scored. The most common line is 2.5 goals because it splits low‑ and high‑scoring matches:
- Over 2.5 – your bet wins if three or more goals are scored in total.
- Under 2.5 – your bet wins if two or fewer goals are scored.
Remember, this is just an example. You’re free to set the line wherever you want.
| Over 2.5 goals | Under 2.5 goals |
| 5/8 | 6/5 |
Correct Score Odds
The correct‑score market asks you to predict the exact final score. Because it is harder to hit, the potential returns are higher. Bettors often pick several scorelines that align with their match expectations.
Correct‑score betting carries more risk because a single late goal can spoil your selection. Combining it with other bets can offer a safer alternative.
Below are some popular outcomes for this match and their current prices:
| 0–0 | Arsenal 1–0 | 1–1 | Arsenal 2–1 |
| 15/1 | 6/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 |
Odds are correct at the time of publication but are subject to change. Always check the latest prices before placing a bet.
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