Arsenal W and Køge kick off their UEFA Champions League Women 2026 campaign in the first round of the league stage. The match is scheduled for Tuesday 22 September, with kick-off set for 20:00 (GMT).
The English side have won both of the previous two encounters against their Danish opponents and will be looking to continue that run. Our prediction for Arsenal W vs. Køge is for a competitive match, as the visitors arrive with an impressive recent record and will be confident of securing a result.
Find out what our expert predictions are.
Arsenal W x Køge Odds
Odds are subject to change.
Match Overview - Arsenal W vs. Køge
- Arsenal W get their UEFA Champions League Women campaign underway, looking to make a strong start in the competition after a mixed bag of results in their opening domestic league fixtures.
- Køge come into this opening group stage match in excellent form, having won 16 of their last 21 games. They successfully navigated the qualifying rounds to reach this stage.
- This is not the first time these two sides have met, with Arsenal W having won both previous encounters back in the 2021 edition of the competition.
Arsenal WARS
KøgeKØGRecent Results(Last N Matches)
Season Stats
Head-to-Head Record
- Arsenal W have won both of the previous meetings against Køge.
- The two head-to-head matches saw a total of nine goals scored, averaging 4.5 goals per game.
- Arsenal W, the English side, are in strong form, securing 14 victories from their last 21 matches across all competitions.
- Køge arrives in London on an impressive run, having won 16 of their most recent 21 games.
- The Danish team remains undefeated in the UEFA Champions League Women this season, with three wins and one draw recorded.
Head-to-Head
Arsenal WARSKøgeKØG| Competition | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| UEFA Champions League Women | Arsenal WARS 3-0  KøgeKØG | |
| UEFA Champions League Women | KøgeKØG 1-5Arsenal WARS |
Arsenal W Form and Team News
Arsenal W has seen a mixed start to their FA WSL season, with one win and two draws from three opening fixtures, including a recent 1-1 draw against Manchester United W. Despite this, their overall form is strong, with 14 wins in their last 21 matches across various competitions.
The Gunners boast a strong European pedigree, having reached the UEFA Champions League Women semi-finals last season, where they were eventually knocked out by Lyon. This crucial experience will be key as they commence their new campaign at home.
Injury data for Arsenal W is currently unavailable. The team is determined to make a perfect start to their European journey, aiming to pick up all three points in this opening home fixture.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
Arsenal WARS 1-1 Manchester United WMAN | DrawD | |
Arsenal WARS 0-0 Crystal Palace WCRY | DrawD | |
Brighton WBRI 0-1 Arsenal WARS | WinW | |
Liverpool WLIV 1-3 Arsenal WARS | WinW | |
Arsenal WARS 1-0 Everton WEVE | WinW | |
Køge Form and Team News
Køge arrives in London in formidable form, securing 16 wins from their last 21 matches. They successfully navigated the qualifying rounds to reach this stage and remain undefeated in their four UEFA Champions League Women games this season.
Their European campaign has been impressive, with three victories and one draw. In these fixtures, they have scored eight goals while conceding just three, showing a well-balanced squad.
This strong run, supported by domestic results, provides significant momentum. With no injury data available, Køge will be confident of challenging the hosts in this opening group match.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
KøgeKØG 4-0 Midtjylland WMID | WinW | |
Fortuna HjørringFOR 1-2 KøgeKØG | WinW | |
KøgeKØG 4-6 NordsjællandNOR | LossL | |
KøgeKØG 1-1 PSV/Eindhoven WPSV | DrawD | |
AGFAGF 0-2 KøgeKØG | WinW | |
Arsenal W vs. Køge Prediction: goals on the cards
Arsenal W have historically dominated this fixture, winning both previous encounters convincingly. The English side are strong favourites again, and a comfortable victory for "Arsenal W with a -2.5 handicap" could be on the cards.
However, Køge arrive in excellent form, having won 16 of their last 21 matches. The Danish side have been scoring freely, making "Both Teams to Score" an attractive prospect despite playing away from home.
Given the hosts’ strength and the visitors’ current momentum, this match points towards an open affair. Our main prediction is for "Over 2.5 Goals", anticipating an entertaining start to the group stage.
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| Best Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Asian Handicap | Arsenal W to win with a -2.5 handicap | |
| Both Teams to Score | Both teams to find the back of the net | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
Where to Watch Arsenal W vs. Køge
Here’s where you can watch Arsenal W vs. Køge live:
- TV / Streaming: Disney+
Arsenal W vs. Køge Predicted Lineups
As both teams prepare for this UEFA Champions League Women clash, the anticipated Arsenal W lineup and Køge lineup will be key. The starting XIs chosen by the managers often give the first clues about their strategy and how they intend to approach the game. For bettors, examining these probable formations is a crucial first step in assessing where the initial advantages might lie and how the contest on the pitch could unfold from the very beginning.
Arsenal W
Probable lineup not available.
Køge
A. Vingum; M. Nielsen, S. Boye-Sørensen, A. Termansen, M. Jereko; M. Gejl, R. Madsen, N. Nadim, A. Callesen; K. Carusa, L. Hermann.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Arsenal W vs. Køge
- Competition: UEFA Champions League Women 2026
- Date: 22/09/2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 (GMT)
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