Much has been said about Arsenal's quality and the paradox of their inability to win the Premier League or the Champions League in the last couple of seasons.
Starting with the hosts, shattering a string of long-standing records last season, Athletic Bilbao have rightfully received plenty of plaudits from across the continent. Booking an iconic Champions League return and with their famous European adventure fast approaching, Ernesto Valverde's men find the mood in their camp at a red-hot high. Last seen heading into September's International break with an eye-catching 2-1 victory away at Real Betis, the former Barcelona boss has seen his squad come flying out of the traps.
