Arsenal smash PSV seven to set new champions League record
Arsenal on Tuesday set a new record in the UEFA Champions League by scoring seven (7) goals away from home.
Making them the first team to have scored seven in an away knockout match in Champions League history.
Jurrien Timber opened the scoring by heading in a Declan Rice cross, Ethan Nwaneri doubled their advantage before Mikel Merino made it three before half time.
Two minutes to halftime, Thomas Partey conceded a penalty that was converted by Noah Lang.
Martin Odegaard also shine with two (2) second half goals before Leandro Trossard and Riccardo Calafiori appearing on the scoresheet handing Arsenal a big advantage as they head for second leg at the Emirates.
Martin Odegaard was awarded man of the match after his brilliant performance scoring two and providing another.
Real Madrid also beat Athletico Madrid 2:1 in their Knockout first leg match. Rodrygo opened the scoring in the 4th Minute while J Alvarez equalized for Athletico in the 32nd minute before Brahimi Diaz coming to Madrid’s rescue in the 55th Minute.
