Arsenal beat Slavia Prague 2-1 in a Champions League match at the Fortuna Arena in Prague on Wednesday, moving to 10 points from four matches. SI reported that Arsenal maintained their unbeaten start to the Champions League campaign and are third in the table.
Two first-half goals
Noni Madueke scored Arsenal's opening goal after nine minutes, with Viktor Gyokeres providing the assist. Arsenal doubled their lead in the 38th minute, shortly before half-time, when Gyokeres scored from a Mikel Merino setup.
Slavia Prague respond after the break
Slavia Prague improved after the break and David Raya made saves for Arsenal. Slavia Prague scored. Arsenal held on for the win after Slavia Prague scored late.
Selection and substitutions
The Independent reported that Gyokeres made a rare start, his sixth of the season. The Independent also reported that he was one of six changes Arteta made to the side which beat Liverpool 1-0.
GOAL reported that Arteta made substitutions after an hour, with Saturday's visit of Hull City in mind. GOAL reported that Cristhian Mosquera and Christos Tzolis replaced Ezri Konsa and Eze. The Independent reported that Max Dowman made a late appearance.
Next European fixture
GOAL reported that Borussia Dortmund visit London in three weeks.
