Arsenal 3-0 Club Brugge: Six Wins, UCL Leaders
Arsenal continued their stunning European form with a commanding Arsenal 3-0 Club Brugge victory, securing a flawless 6-win group stage run. The Gunners enter the knockout rounds as the No.1 team in the Champions League, while also sitting top of the Premier League.
Dominant First Half Sparks the Run
Arsenal nearly opened the scoring early when Hincapié smashed the post in the 21st minute. Just minutes later, Martín Zubimendi found Noni Madueke in space. The winger drove forward and unleashed a powerful long-range strike to make it 1-0.
The chance creation was sharp, the control absolute, and Brugge simply couldn’t keep up with Arsenal’s tempo.
Madueke’s European Breakthrough
Right after halftime, the Gunners struck again. In the 47th minute, Zubimendi whipped in another perfect cross, and Madueke rose to head home his second of the night.
His brace delivered two milestones:
- First career UEFA Champions League double
- His first three Arsenal goals all scored in the UCL — a club-first achievement
Madueke is quickly evolving into a major European weapon for Arsenal.
Martinelli Makes History
The Gunners weren’t done. In the 56th minute, Gabriel Martinelli fired a long-range strike into the bottom corner, extending the lead to 3-0.
This goal was historic:
- Martinelli becomes the first Arsenal player ever to score in five straight UCL games.
His form is electric, his influence undeniable.
Jesus Returns After 332 Days
Gabriel Jesus made a long-awaited comeback after 332 days out injured. Coming on as a substitute in the 79th minute, he nearly capped it with a goal, rattling the crossbar with a fierce strike.
Even without scoring, his movement and sharpness were clear signs his return will boost Arsenal’s depth in all competitions.
Double Leaders, Double Threat
Arsenal stand top of the Premier League.
Arsenal stand top of the Champions League.
They are the only club leading both competitions right now — a terrifying level of dominance for rivals across Europe.
If they sustain this form, a Premier League + Champions League double is not just possible.
It’s starting to feel inevitable.
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