Champions League Predictions - 21 October, Round 3
The article offers predictions for four football matches, backing wins for Sporting, Como, Aston Villa, and Bayern Munich. It specifically highlights that both Sporting and Bayern Munich are expected to win, but not with clean sheets—meaning both teams are likely to score in these games. The article provides odds for these win and both teams to score outcomes, helping readers make informed choices.
- Sporting to win but not without conceding against LASK.
- Como to ride the wave and extend Man United's six-match winless run.
- Aston Villa to win three on the bounce in a thrilling clash with the ambitious Viking.
- Bayern to edge Arsenal in a heavyweight clash at the Allianz Arena.
Viking drew 3-3 with Bayern Munich and will prove tough opposition (Getty Images).
Champions League predictions - Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Champions League predictions - Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Sporting CP vs LASK
- Como vs Manchester United
- Aston Villa vs Viking FK
- Bayern Munich vs Arsenal
Sporting CP vs LASK
Sporting have won three and drawn two of their last five games after scoring 11 goals, with that run including Champions League victories over Galatasaray (3-1) and Lens (2-0). Luis Suárez and Geny Catamo offer attacking threat for the Portuguese side.
LASK responded to a 6-3 European defeat against Liverpool by winning 4-0 at Austria Lustenau, but their last five matches include two defeats and 12 goals conceded. The Austrians have won two of three previous meetings with Sporting and scored three against Liverpool so a Sporting victory with both teams scoring is a solid bet.
Como vs Manchester United
Como beat RB Leipzig 4-1 in their Champions League opener before losing 3-2 to Feyenoord, following that setback up with a 3-1 Serie A win at Fiorentina. Nico Paz remains central to Cesc Fabregas' creative plans.
Manchester United are winless in six matches with three draws and defeats to Atlético Madrid, Brighton and Manchester City. Bryan Mbeumo scored in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Leeds but Michael Carrick faces a squad dilemma with Leny Yoro suspended and several defenders doubtful. Como's home advantage and United's poor results make the hosts a tempting bet at 2.15 while United’s win is rated lower at 3.00.
Aston Villa vs Viking FK
Both sides have four wins and a draw in their last five but while Aston Villa’s opponents have generally been stronger Viking did pull off a monumental 3-3 home draw against Bayern Munich, so they pack serious attacking punch.
Villa have scored 9-1 in their two Champions League matches this season and beat Newcastle 1-0 on Saturday, but Manzambi and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are ruled out against Viking.
The Norwegian champions followed their European draw against Bayern Munich with a 3-2 win over Fredrikstad. Their attacking form suggests they can find the net at Villa Park but Unai Emery's side have the greater European experience and have won both league-phase games. Viking have scored 14 goals in their last five matches so this is stacking up as a Villa win with both teams to score.
Bayern Munich vs Arsenal
This is a meeting of two footballing giants, with Bayern Munich coming into the match after thrashing Leipzig 6-1 on Saturday. They have scored 18 goals in their last four matches, conceding six. Luis Díaz scored a hat-trick and Harry Kane was also on target against Leipzig on the back of after consecutive draws against Augsburg and Viking.
Arsenal have won 10 of their first 11 games this season including a 3-0 Champions League victory over Lille and Sunday's 1-0 success at Nottingham Forest thanks to a Noni Madueke goal. Arsenal beat Bayern 3-1 last season but Bayern have won five of their seven previous home meetings with the Gunners.
Bayern could be weakened with Michael Olise suspended and Joshua Kimmich and Manuel Neuer both fitness doubts. Bayern's home attacking strength narrowly earns our vote to pip Arsenal in a tight clash at home.
Verdict
I'm backing wins for Sporting, Como, Aston Villa and Bayern Munich, with Sporting and Bayern both winning without keeping a clean sheet.
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