Arsenal are tearing up the Champions League! Fresh off their impressive 3-0 victory against Slavia Prague, the Gunners are making waves and setting records. The win in Prague, fueled by a Bukayo Saka penalty and a brace from Mikel Merino, marks their 10th consecutive win in all competitions. It's a dominant run that has fans buzzing and rivals taking notice.
Arsenal's Unstoppable Form
Mikel Arteta's squad is firing on all cylinders. They've managed a staggering 14 wins out of 16 games this season, conceding a mere three goals. Their defensive solidity is reminiscent of Arsenal teams of old, making them a formidable force in Europe.
Arteta, while proud of the team's achievements, insists there's still room for improvement. "We want more," he stated after the game. "We can still improve and do things better. That’s the right mindset to have." He emphasized the importance of maintaining emotional control and capitalizing on opportunities in the opposition's half.
Record-Breaking Defence
Arsenal's defensive prowess is breaking records left and right. Their clean sheet against Slavia Prague marked their eighth consecutive clean sheet in all competitions, a feat not achieved since 1903. This defensive wall is proving incredibly difficult for opponents to penetrate.
Young Star Makes History
Adding to the excitement, Max Dowman made Champions League history, becoming the youngest player ever to feature in the competition at just 15 years and 308 days old. A truly special moment for the young talent.
Looking Ahead
With their sights set on continued success, Arsenal are determined to maintain their perfect record in the Champions League. Their next challenge is to keep the momentum going and secure another victory. Can they maintain their dominance and go all the way in the competition? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Arsenal are a force to be reckoned with.
- Bukayo Saka's penalty opened the scoring.
- Mikel Merino scored two goals in the second half.
- Arsenal secured their 10th consecutive win.
- Max Dowman became the youngest Champions League player ever.