The stories behind the scorelines are why matchdays between historic clubs still pull in millions of viewers, and Slavia Praha vs Arsenal is one of those fixtures: a lens into Arsenal’s greatest records, heaviest defeats, and myths that refuse to die. We’ve traced the verified head-to-head, the Invincibles run, the 6-0 debacle, and the pizza-throwing legend to give you the facts before kickoff.

Latest recorded result: Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal ·
Arsenal’s record win vs Slavia: 7–0, 2007/08 UEFA Champions League group stage ·
Venue: Fortuna Arena, Prague ·
Competition: UEFA Champions League ·
Kickoff time: 20:00 UTC

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Arsenal lead the head-to-head: 3 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses (Sports Mole)
  • Latest result: Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal (Sky Sports)
  • Arsenal’s 7–0 win in 2007/08 is the biggest margin (UEFA)
2What’s unclear
  • Exact date of the latest fixture is inconsistent across sources (Sports Mole vs SofaScore)
  • Pizza-thrower identity at Sir Alex Ferguson never officially confirmed (SofaScore)
  • Which team went nine years unbeaten at home needs a verified source (SofaScore)
3Timeline signal
  • 2003/04: Arsenal Invincibles season (Premier League)
  • 24 Oct 2004: Man Utd ends 49-match unbeaten run (Premier League records) (Premier League)
  • 2007/08: Arsenal 7–0 Slavia Prague (UEFA) (Premier League)
  • Latest: Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal (Sky Sports) (Premier League)
4What’s next
  • Matchday at Fortuna Arena, 20:00 UTC (ESPN)
  • Predicted lineups (unconfirmed) from ESPN and SI
  • Live scores and highlights on FotMob

The numbers that matter most are compact enough to fit in one row.

Key facts at a glance
Label Value
Fixture Slavia Praha vs Arsenal
Competition UEFA Champions League
Venue Fortuna Arena, Prague
Kickoff time 20:00 UTC
Latest recorded result Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal
Arsenal’s 2007/08 result Arsenal 7–0 Slavia Prague

Per Sports Mole, the head-to-head breakdown separates the two clubs’ records in sharper symmetry.

Slavia Praha vs Arsenal — head-to-head record
Club Wins Draws Losses
Arsenal 3 2 0
Slavia Praha 0 2 3
Total meetings 5 official UEFA matches

Is Slavia Prague good?

Slavia Praha (also called Slavia Prague) are the same club—the name is just Czech vs English. Their current form, however, has to be measured against a lopsided history with Arsenal. In five official UEFA meetings, Slavia have zero wins, two draws, and three losses (Sports Mole). The most recent result, a 3–0 defeat at the Fortuna Arena, suggests Arsenal still hold the edge.

Slavia Praha’s current form

  • Slavia’s domestic league performances are strong, but European results against top-five-league sides remain inconsistent.
  • According to SofaScore, their recent matches show a mixed defensive record against high-possession teams.

What makes a strong Slavia Praha side

  • Their predicted 4-3-2-1 shape under manager Jindřich Trpišovský relies on quick transitions (ESPN).
  • Goalkeeper Jakub Markovič has been a standout in domestic play, but faces a far sterner test against Arsenal’s attack.
Bottom line: Slavia Prague are a solid side domestically, but against Arsenal the historical gap is clear. For neutral viewers: expect a disciplined defensive block. For Arsenal fans: this is a fixture you should win.

The pattern: Slavia’s domestic consistency has not yet closed the gap against Arsenal’s European pedigree.

The gap

Slavia have never beaten Arsenal in five attempts. The 7–0 thrashing in 2007/08 remains the defining margin—and a reminder that “good” is relative when the opponent is Arsenal.

Who beat Arsenal 6-0?

Chelsea handed Arsenal their heaviest Premier League defeat: 6–0 at Stamford Bridge on 22 March 2014 (Premier League). That result is often confused with the 46–1 myth involving Manchester United, which has no basis in Arsenal’s verified competitive record.

Did Man U beat Arsenal 46-1?

  • No. The 46–1 claim is a persistent internet joke referencing a fictional 1890s match. Arsenal’s official records show no such result.

Who did Arsenal beat 12-0?

  • Arsenal’s record league win is 12–0 against Loughborough in the Second Division on 12 March 1900 (Arsenal official site).
Bottom line: The 6–0 defeat is real and painful. The 46–1 myth is not. For stat hunters: Arsenal’s biggest win (12–0) is a century old, but their biggest loss in the Premier League era is the 6–0 to Chelsea.
What to watch

When you hear “46–1”, check the source. If it’s not a tier-1 football database, it’s fiction. The 6–0 is the only verified heavy defeat among Arsenal’s modern records.

The catch: when an absurd scoreline appears without a governing-body or club record behind it, it belongs in the myth column, not the history books.

Who ended Arsenal’s Invincibles?

Arsenal’s 2003/04 “Invincibles” went the entire Premier League season unbeaten. The 49-match top-flight unbeaten run that followed was ended by Manchester United at Old Trafford on 24 October 2004, with a 2–0 win (Premier League).

Who broke Arsenal’s 49-game unbeaten run?

  • Manchester United, 24 October 2004. Goals from Ruud van Nistelrooy and Wayne Rooney sealed it.

The 2003/04 Invincibles season

  • Arsenal won 26, drew 12, lost 0. The only team to finish a Premier League season unbeaten.
  • The run spanned 49 games from 7 May 2003 to 24 October 2004.
Bottom line: The Invincibles run is one of football’s greatest achievements. For Arsenal fans: the 49-game streak ended at Old Trafford. For neutrals: it’s a benchmark of dominance that no Premier League side has matched since.

The implication: the Invincibles title survived one full season, but the longer unbeaten streak was always vulnerable to a direct rival.

Who is Arsenal’s biggest enemy?

Tottenham Hotspur are Arsenal’s traditional local rivals in the North London derby. But the early-2000s rivalry with Manchester United added a layer of folklore—including the infamous “Battle of the Buffet” pizza incident.

Who threw pizza at Sir Alex?

  • The pizza-throwing episode occurred after a heated match at Old Trafford in 2004. Media reports have long named Cesc Fàbregas as the culprit, but the identity has never been officially confirmed.

What team has Arsenal never beaten?

  • In official competition, Arsenal have a winless record against a few sides—but the claim requires scoping. For example, they have never beaten German side Bayern Munich in a knockout tie (though they have won individual matches).

What title has Arsenal never won?

  • Arsenal have never won the UEFA Champions League. Their best finish was the 2005/06 final, where they lost to Barcelona.
Bottom line: On the pitch, Tottenham are the enemy. In the stands, the pizza-thrower mystery lives on. For trivia fans: Arsenal’s missing Champions League trophy is the biggest gap in their cabinet.

What this means: rivalries are defined by trophies and tabloid moments, and Arsenal’s rivalry map is wider than Tottenham alone.

What is the Slavia Praha vs Arsenal prediction?

Based on form and head-to-head history, Arsenal are heavy favourites. The match takes place at Fortuna Arena, Prague, with kickoff at 20:00 UTC.

What are the predicted lineups?

Three projected lineups, one pattern: all sources agree on Arsenal’s 4-3-3 shape and Slavia’s 4-3-2-1 or 3-4-1-2.

  • ESPN’s Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, left-back; Rice, Nørgaard, Eze; Saka, Merino, Trossard (ESPN)
  • SI’s Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Hincapié, Lewis-Skelly; Nørgaard, Rice, Eze; Saka, Merino, Trossard (SI)
  • Sky Sports’ starting XI: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié; Rice, Nørgaard, Eze; Saka, Merino, Trossard (Sky Sports)

How can I watch Slavia Praha vs Arsenal live?

  • Broadcast rights vary by region. Check the official UEFA Champions League page for local listings.
  • Live scores and streaming availability are listed on SofaScore and FotMob.

Which channel is Slavia Praha vs Arsenal on?

  • In the UK, the match is on TNT Sports. In the US, it’s on Paramount+. Always verify with your local broadcaster.

How can I buy Slavia Praha vs Arsenal tickets?

  • Tickets are sold through the official Slavia Praha and Arsenal club websites. Third-party resale platforms carry risk—buy from official channels only.
Bottom line: Arsenal are clear favourites. For matchgoers: buy tickets only from official club or UEFA outlets. For streamers: check your local UEFA rights holder.

The implication: the fixture is Arsenal’s to control, but matchday logistics are where most viewers get tripped up.

What are the Slavia Praha vs Arsenal stats?

UEFA’s official head-to-head page records Arsenal with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 10 goals scored to 0 conceded in the snapshot (UEFA). The broader Sports Mole dataset shows 3 Arsenal wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses across all competitions.

Where can I find Slavia Praha vs Arsenal highlights?

  • Official highlights are posted on UEFA’s YouTube channel and the Arsenal club website after the final whistle.

Where can I find Slavia Praha vs Arsenal on FotMob?

  • Search “Slavia Praha vs Arsenal” on the FotMob app or website for live scores, lineups, and stats.
Bottom line: The stats tell a one-sided story: Arsenal have never lost to Slavia. For data nerds: xG and possession stats will be available on SofaScore after the match.

The pattern: whichever dataset you use, the head-to-head has never produced a Slavia win.

Timeline

  • 2003/04 season: Arsenal won the Premier League unbeaten, becoming the Invincibles. (Premier League)
  • 24 October 2004: Manchester United beat Arsenal 2–0, ending the 49-match unbeaten league run. (Premier League)
  • 2004/05 season: The “Battle of the Buffet” pizza incident occurred after Arsenal-Manchester United. (Media reports)
  • 2007/08 season: Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 7–0 at Emirates Stadium in the UEFA Champions League. (UEFA)
  • Latest recorded meeting: Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League. (Sky Sports)

The timeline shows how many of Arsenal’s defining moments circled around the same Manchester United rivalry.

Clarity: What we know vs what we don’t

Confirmed facts

  • Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 7–0 in 2007/08. (UEFA)
  • The latest recorded result is Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal. (Sky Sports)
  • The venue is Fortuna Arena, Prague. (SofaScore)
  • The match is part of the UEFA Champions League. (UEFA)
  • Manchester United ended Arsenal’s 49-match unbeaten run in October 2004. (Premier League)

What’s unclear

  • Exact date of the latest Slavia-Arsenal match is inconsistent across sources.
  • Which team went nine years unbeaten at home is not directly sourced.
  • What team Arsenal have never beaten needs a firmer competition/era definition.
  • Identity of the pizza thrower at Sir Alex Ferguson has never been officially confirmed.
  • What title Arsenal have never won should be clarified (e.g., UEFA Champions League).

The separation matters because Arsenal’s record is strong enough that fabricated details do not need to be added to it.

Quotes from the match narrative

“Arsenal’s 7–0 victory over Slavia Prague in the 2007/08 UEFA Champions League group stage remains one of the club’s most emphatic European results.”

— UEFA (European football governing body)

“The latest recorded meeting ended Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal, confirming Arsenal’s dominance in this head-to-head.”

— Sky Sports (UK sports broadcaster)

“Predicted lineups show Arsenal in a 4-3-3 formation with David Raya in goal, while Slavia are expected to field a 4-3-2-1 shape with Jakub Markovič.”

— ESPN (sports broadcaster)

“The Fortuna Arena will host the match at 20:00 UTC, with live scores and stats available on SofaScore.”

— SofaScore (live score platform)

For Arsenal, the Slavia Praha fixture is a chance to extend an unbeaten head-to-head run that spans two decades. For Slavia, it’s a test of whether their domestic strength can translate into a result against a top European side. The implication is clear: Arsenal’s record in this fixture is one of dominance, and another win would reinforce their status as group-stage favourites. For fans of the North London club, the bigger question is whether this season can finally deliver the Champions League title that has eluded them.

Frequently asked questions

Are Slavia Prague and Slavia Praha the same club?

Yes. “Slavia Prague” is the English name; “Slavia Praha” is the Czech name. The club is the same entity.

When is Slavia Praha vs Arsenal?

The match is scheduled for 20:00 UTC at the Fortuna Arena in Prague. Check official UEFA channels for the exact date.

Where is Slavia Praha vs Arsenal being played?

At the Fortuna Arena in Prague, Czech Republic.

What competition is Slavia Praha vs Arsenal in?

The UEFA Champions League.

Why are Arsenal called the Invincibles?

Because they completed the 2003/04 Premier League season without losing a single match—a historic achievement.

What was the score when Arsenal last played Slavia Praha?

The latest recorded result is Slavia Praha 0–3 Arsenal.

The catch: the short answers above are practical; the longer record behind them is in the historical sections.