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Matchday 3 gave us goals galore and statement wins, led by Barcelona's fearless youth and Arsenal's ruthless form.
Arsenal secured a significant Champions League win by thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 today. After a goalless first half, Gabriel headed home a free kick and Gabriel Martinelli curled in off the post. Viktor Gyokeres then scored twice in four minutes to give the hosts a thumping victory in north London.
Arsenal's formidable home form in the Champions League shows no sign of slowing down. Since their return to the competition in 2023-24, Mikel Arteta's side have won all nine of their home group games - scoring 27 goals without reply.
Arsenal defeated Atlético Madrid 4–0 at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday to remain perfect through three games in the Champions League.
This was high-energy stuff with abundant intent. Two of the finest exponents of modern attacking led the way for their teams: Saka for Arsenal and Julian Alvarez for Atletico. Both shimmered with quality and on another day might have had goals or assists to show for their night’s work.
Viktor Gyokeres ends an eight-game run without a goal by scoring twice against Atletico Madrid - and Mikel Arteta says the forward makes Arsenal "much better".
Spanish daily La Vanguardia described Arsenal as “formidable” and “the phenomenon of the year” after Mikel Arteta’s side dismantled Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Emirates, praising their