Champions League expert picks, predictions, best bets: Real Madrid top Milan; Inter-Arsenal will lack goals

Tuesday's two Champions League last-16 first legs are not shaping up to be thrillers – but the experts are still split on who will progress.

Real Madrid are strong favourites to beat AC Milan and continue their dominance of the competition, while Inter Milan are expected to edge out Arsenal over two legs. Here are the predictions of our team of experts:

Real Madrid vs AC Milan

Real Madrid are the clear favourites to win this tie, and they will be confident of getting a positive result in the first leg at the San Siro. The Spanish giants have a wealth of experience in this competition, and they have a squad that is packed with quality. AC Milan, on the other hand, are a team in transition, and they have not been in great form this season. The Italian club will need to produce a big performance if they are to get anything from this game.

Prediction: Real Madrid to win 2-0

Inter Milan vs Arsenal

This is a much more difficult tie to predict, with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. Inter Milan have the home advantage in the first leg, and they will be looking to make the most of it. The Italian club have a strong defence, and they are always dangerous on the counter-attack. Arsenal, on the other hand, have a lot of attacking quality, but they have been inconsistent this season. The English club will need to be at their best if they are to get a positive result in Milan.

Prediction: Inter Milan to win 1-0