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Three stats from Arsenal's first two Champions League games that prove Gunners are on another level

Arsenal picked up a comfortable 3-0 win over Lille in the Champions League. The Gunners have been extremely dominant in the league phase of the competition since their return, and they showed why they are a level above most sides on Tuesday night.

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Arsenal already handed unexpected boost ahead of their next Champions League game

The ink is barely dry on Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Lille, and they have already received a boost ahead of their next Champions League fixture. Mikel Arteta’s side are two from two in Europe and are yet to concede a goal, but they face one of the most fearsome attacking sides in the world next week — Bayern Munich.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arsenal 3-0 Lille: Seven Minutes of Magic Seal Champions League Win

Arsenal secured a comfortable 3-0 Champions League victory over Lille at the Emirates tonight, although the final scoreline makes the game sound considerably more exciting than it was for the first hour!

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arsenal wants 23-year-old Inter Milan star

Arsenal have emerged as a potential destination for Inter Milan midfielder Andy Diouf, who continues to develop and impress at the Italian club. The Gunners are reportedly monitoring the Frenchman as they consider options to strengthen their squad ahead of the next season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Confirmed Arsenal Team v Lille: Gyokeres leads the line for Gunners

Champions League football returns to the Emirates Stadium tonight as Arsenal take on French side Lille, with Mikel Arteta looking to keep the Gunners moving in the right direction in Europe.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / October 13

'We’ve seen flashes…' – Arsenal legend makes worrying claim about Gunners star

Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn has suggested that Bukayo Saka still isn’t quite back to his best due to not being confident in his own body after repeated injury problems.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arteta responds to Messi’s prediction about Arsenal star

Lionel Messi has named several young players he believes could enjoy outstanding careers, and Arsenal prospect Max Dowman is among them. Recognition from one of football’s greatest players will bring further attention to the teenager.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / October 13

Report: Arsenal set £64m asking price for first-team star amid transfer uncertainty

Arsenal are reportedly asking for £64m to let Viktor Gyokeres leave the club amid uncertainty over his future. The Sweden international has struggled for regular playing time so far this season, and that’s led him to look at his options amid interest from Europe and the Saudi Pro League.

Eberechi Eze News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Will Eze start a Premier League game this season?

Eberechi Eze is yet to start a Premier League match for Arsenal this season as he struggles to establish himself. His lack of starts is notable given the important role he played in helping the Gunners win the title last season.

Arsenal FC News / Pain in the Arsenal / October 13

Who is Maalik Hashi? Age, nationality, position, stats and more

There are several Hale End Academy stars eyeing a potential Arsenal first-team breakthrough, and young midfielder Maalik Hashi is among them. Mikel Arteta has shown a willingness to blood youngsters in recent seasons, integrating the likes of Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Max Dowman into the senior set-up.

Jamie Carragher News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Carragher insists Arsenal man remains the best midfielder in the league

Jamie Carragher has watched some of the Premier League’s finest midfielders throughout his career as a pundit, and he believes Declan Rice remains ahead of the competition.

Martin Odegaard News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Odegaard tipped to help Arsenal land World Cup star

Antonio Nusa is reportedly attracting interest from Arsenal, with the Gunners expected to step up their pursuit of the winger in the coming transfer window.

Arsenal FC News / Arsenal Insider / October 13

Max Dowman is set to benefit from Mikel Arteta’s latest tactical experiment

Arsenal fans were both concerned and intrigued about how Mikel Arteta was going to handle Arsenal’s left-wing problem against Leeds. With Christos Tzolis ruled out for up to a month with a hamstring injury, most fans assumed Eberechi Eze would fill the void for the time being.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Giroud praises Arteta ahead of Arsenal reunion

Olivier Giroud has praised Mikel Arteta ahead of his return to Arsenal as a Lille player for this evening’s Champions League match. The Frenchman has announced that this will be his final season in professional football, as he returns to a club where he scored more than 100 goals.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Arteta insists Arsenal must earn the right to play in another Champions League final

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal must earn their place in another Champions League final as they prepare to face Lille. Reaching the showpiece match again will require hard work throughout the campaign.

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Arsenal FC News / Arsenal Insider / October 13

Olivier Giroud shares how he is feeling about returning to the Emirates

Olivier Giroud will make his return to the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night as Arsenal host Lille in the Champions League. The Frenchman, who spent six years at Arsenal between 2012 and 2018, is a divisive figure among the Gunners’ fanbase.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

Opinion: Does Olivier Giroud Deserve a Hero’s Welcome at Arsenal?

Perhaps the most romantic story Arsenal’s Champions League draw has thrown up is Olivier Giroud making his return to the Emirates this week. It’s unlikely the 40-year-old will start on Tuesday, but if he comes off the bench, what reception will he receive?

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 13

'Ready to go' Gabriel says Arsenal is ready for another Champions League run

Gabriel missed the decisive penalty as Arsenal lost the Champions League final to PSG at the end of last season, but he is already looking ahead to another campaign.

Arsenal FC News / Arsenal Insider / October 13

Arsenal eyeing sensational move for £190m world-class attacker

Arsenal’s need for a world-class attacker has been well documented over the past couple of seasons. Mikel Arteta himself referenced that lack of special individual quality in the final third as a reason as to why they fell short of the Champions League back in May.

Arsenal FC News / Pain in the Arsenal / October 13

The real reason Arsenal paid £75m for Bruno Guimaraes will only vindicate Mikel Arteta further

Arsenal paid £75m for Bruno Guimaraes in the summer, but all of a sudden, that fee has already been vindicated. Despite not yet being a mainstay in the starting 11, the Brazilian midfielder has been responsible for four out of 15 of Arsenal's points this season, with key goals against Sunderland and Leeds giving the Gunners two leads.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / October 13

Mikel Arteta challenges Bukayo Saka to get ruthless and sets goal scoring target

Mikel Arteta has challenged Bukayo Saka to become even more ruthless in front of goal, telling the Arsenal winger he should approach games with the mindset of scoring “two or three” times rather than setting himself a season-long target.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 12

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The English Premier League wrapped up its sixth weekend of action on Monday after breaking for several weeks to allow for a window of international competition.

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Arsenal FC News / Goal.com / October 12

Olivier Giroud reveals the exact reason behind his painful Arsenal exit ahead of Champions League return

Giroud is set to face Arsenal on Tuesday evening as Lille visit the Emirates Stadium in the Champions League. Speaking to the Mirror, Giroud reflected on his departure to Chelsea in January 2018.