FC Koln vs Arsenal - as it happened: Hosts snatch surprise victory after Sehrou Guirassy penalty

Arsenal arrive in Cologne on the back of a morale-boosting victory over their north London rivals Tottenham and are close to securing their progress to the knockout stages of the Europa League.

A win in Germany will ensure they go through and claim top spot in Group H, having already amassed 10 points from their opening four matches.

Koln are having a dreadful season, stuck at the bottom of the Bundesliga with only two points and four goals to show from 12 league games, and are rooted to the foot of the group.

Join Liam Corless for all the latest action from FC Koln vs Arsenal below.

What time does it start?

FC Koln vs Arsenal kicks off at 6pm GMT.

Where can I watch it?

It will be shown live on BT Sport 2.

It's a big game for?

Per Mertesacker. The German defender has struggled to establish himself in Arsene Wenger's first-choice defence this season, despite the manager opting for three centre-backs, and is expected to have the opportunity to start against Koln and issue a reminder of his qualities.

Player to watch?

Timo Horn. The 24-year-old goalkeeper is already a legend in Cologne having joined the club in 2002 when he was only nine. He could face plenty of questions from Arsenal's attack this evening.

Form...

Koln LDLWLL

Arsenal WWWDLW

Odds...

Koln 2/1

Draw 12/5

Arsenal 13/10