Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: 3 Factors That Could Decide the Europa League Tie

#2 Battle between Mesut Ozil and Antoine Griezmann

A titanic clash!

Antoine Griezamann has undoubtedly been on the biggest assets for Atletico Madrid ever since he moved from Sociedad in 2014. Similarly, the German in the Arsenal ranks is now their undisputed main man, ever since a certain Chilean decided to switch allegiances.

They have both often been the difference for their respective sides but have also come under fire for going missing in the big games. Criticism of Ozil, for being more engaged with the national side rather than the club, has always been prevalent even among the Emirates faithful.

However, it is undeniable that when the World Cup winner turns up in the red and white for Arsenal, few can keep up with his creative genius. Antoine is among a select few who have tried and done more than a decent job.

There is one major gap in the Frenchman's resume though. He has never won a single major trophy with the club, despite coming agonizingly close twice in the finals of Europe's most elite competition.

On the other hand, Ozil has won the biggest prize in the world of football as well as La Liga title with Atletico's sworn enemies, to add to the three FA Cups he has won with the North Londoners.

The experience of the big games seems to be heavily in favor the Arsenal man, but the form and capability to find the back of the net tips the scale back in favor of the Frenchman.

Who is able to weave their magic on the night and to what extent will be a major factor in deciding the fate of the two teams.