Timber’s touch of class and supersub Saka secure Arsenal win against Lille
Twelve wins in a row and counting. On a night when Arsenal remembered Ken Friar – the club’s life president who was instrumental in their move from Highbury to the Emirates in 2006, it was fitting that Mikel Arteta’s side should rack up yet another Champions League milestone at their home that has become a fortress.
TL;DR
- Arsenal achieved their twelfth win in a row, continuing a strong Champions League campaign.
- The team marked a milestone with their 36th goal at the Emirates in league or group stage matches under Mikel Arteta.
- Arsenal extended their league-stage Champions League victory streak to 14 consecutive games.
- Jurriën Timber scored the opening goal in the 64th minute, assisted by Bukayo Saka.
- Substitutions of Saka, Ødegaard, and Havertz were crucial in securing the win.
- The club paid tribute to Ken Friar, their life president who was instrumental in the move to the Emirates Stadium.
- Olivier Giroud received a standing ovation upon his return to north London.
- Ayase Ueda had a goal disallowed for offside via VAR.
- The match saw Arsenal make five changes despite injuries to Piero Hincapié and Martín Zubimendi.