Arsenal have managed to get the first victory in the new UEFA Champions League season 2025/26. The opening fixture was amazing and had a great ending when Arsenal scored 2. Athletic Club couldn’t even get one on the board despite creating few great chances in the game. It was Mikel Arteta’s subs that worked out well for him. As soon as Martinelli arrived on the pitch, he named himself on the scoresheet along with Trossard, who also came on after 70th minute.
Arsenal began their UEFA Champions League 2025/26 journey in style, securing a 2-0 victory over Athletic Club in their opening group-stage fixture. The Gunners, under Mikel Arteta, showed resilience and tactical discipline in a contest where the Spanish side created a handful of chances but failed to make them count.
The breakthrough came late in the second half, thanks to Arteta’s inspired substitutions. Gabriel Martinelli, introduced from the bench, made an instant impact by finding the back of the net. Moments later, fellow substitute Leandro Trossard doubled the advantage after coming on in the 70th minute, sealing the win for Arsenal.
It was the perfect start for the North London club, who not only earned three crucial points but also a morale-boosting clean sheet in their return to Europe’s biggest stage.
