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Why Arsenal, Victoria Europa League clash will be played tonight

The tie will be played at 18:50 today, a day earlier than the other 23 fixtures.

In Summary

• By moving Arsenal’s game, Uefa hopes to ease pressure on Portuguese authorities and avoid busy traffic.

• As well as moving the fixture a day earlier, the game is kicking off at an unusual time to avoid broadcasting clashes with the Champions League.

Arsenal's Dani Ceballos in action with Vitoria's Andre Almeida
Arsenal's Dani Ceballos in action with Vitoria's Andre Almeida
Image: /REUTERS

Arsenal will play their Europa League group game against Vitoria SC at an unusual time on Wednesday, to avoid traffic congestion in Portugal.

The tie will be played at 18:50 today, a day earlier than the other 23 fixtures.

Portuguese rivals Braga host Besiktas at the Municipal Stadium tomorrow, 15 miles from Vitoria’s home ground.

By moving Arsenal’s game, Uefa hopes to ease pressure on Portuguese authorities and avoid busy traffic.

As well as moving the fixture a day earlier, the game is kicking off at an unusual time to avoid broadcasting clashes with the Champions League.

Europa League matches usually take place at either 19:55 or 22:00 on Thursdays. Vitoria’s group game with Standard Liege with also take place on a Wednesday, moving from November 28 to November 27.