Overview
- Arsenal won 3-0 in Prague, with Bukayo Saka opening from the spot after a VAR handball review before Mikel Merino struck twice early in the second half.
- Piero Hincapie started at left-back on his European debut for the club and won all eight of his duels plus 100% of his tackles, per reported match data.
- Post-match, Arteta said he was very happy with Hincapie and highlighted the defender’s ability to play both centre-back and full-back.
- The result marked a fourth straight Champions League victory and a 10th consecutive win in all competitions for Arsenal, reflecting sustained control with rotation.
- Merino continued to lead the line in Viktor Gyokeres’ absence and has now produced nine goals and three assists across 17 games when deployed up front, according to reports.