Overview

• Gabriel Martinelli scored 36 seconds after coming on and later set up Leandro Trossard to secure the Champions League opener in Bilbao.
• Mikel Arteta said Viktor Gyökeres and Mikel Merino are expected to be fine after head knocks, easing concerns before the visit of Manchester City.
• Thierry Henry criticised Gyökeres’ execution of a first‑half breakaway on CBS Sports, calling for sharper control and conviction.
• Pundits highlighted fresh selection dilemmas for Arteta, including calls to use Eberechi Eze centrally over Martin Ødegaard when creativity is needed.
• One outlet noted Arsenal have recorded six consecutive European wins against Spanish opposition, a run capped by the victory at San Mamés.