Wed Nov 27 06:02:14 UTC 2024: ## Arsenal Seeks to Break Away-Form Slump Against Sporting CP
**Lisbon, Portugal –** Arsenal faces a crucial Champions League clash against Sporting CP at the José Alvalade Stadium on Tuesday, aiming to break a four-match winless streak in away European games. Manager Mikel Arteta stressed the need for ruthlessness as his side, currently 12th in the expanded 36-team Champions League format, seeks a victory to boost its chances of reaching the knockout stages. Arsenal’s last away European match resulted in a 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan. The top eight teams automatically qualify for the last 16, while the next 16 compete in a two-legged playoff. Arteta acknowledged that improving Arsenal’s away form is vital for success in the competition.