Overview

• Gabriel Martinelli scored early and Bukayo Saka added a stoppage-time second after a late Ødegaard through ball as Arsenal controlled but missed chances.
• Returning from a shoulder issue, Martin Ødegaard dictated play, contributed to both goals and drew Arteta’s “phenomenal” praise along with a mandate to be a risk‑taker.
• Arteta made six changes and introduced Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze from the bench, crediting the strengthened squad for raising the level.
• Arteta highlighted Eze’s “unexpected” qualities and suggested more central usage suits him as the summer signing continues to integrate.
• Despite profligate finishing and standout saves by Kostas Tzolakis, Arsenal kept another Champions League clean sheet; Gabriel’s late substitution was described as precautionary.