Arsenal continued their incredible European run by beating Slavia Prague 3–0 in the UEFA Champions League. The Gunners not only maintained their 100% record in this year’s competition, but also matched a club record of eight consecutive clean sheets across all competitions.
For Gooners in Tanzania, this performance was another reminder that Mikel Arteta’s men are growing into a dominant force on the continent.
⚡ Fearless Start in Prague
Slavia Prague promised “blood and thunder,” and the Fortuna Arena atmosphere did not disappoint. Yet Arsenal handled the pressure like genuine contenders.
- Gabriel nearly shocked the crowd with a fierce left–foot strike early on.
- Bukayo Saka was a constant threat, testing goalkeeper Jakub Markovič twice with powerful efforts.
Despite Slavia’s early fire, Arsenal looked calm, composed, and dangerous.
🎯 Saka’s Ice-Cold Penalty Gives Gunners the Lead
Controversy struck at the half-hour mark when Gabriel’s header hit Lukáš Provod’s hand. After VAR intervention, the referee pointed to the spot.
Bukayo Saka, as cool as Zanzibar’s evening breeze, placed the ball and buried it in the bottom corner. Arsenal went ahead and never looked back.
🔥 Merino Brace Seals the Game
Just 36 seconds into the second half, Arsenal scored again.
Leandro Trossard delivered a sublime cross, and Mikel Merino smashed home from close range.
Later, Declan Rice floated in a beautiful ball that Merino headed in for his second of the night, sealing an emphatic win.
Even with injuries piling up, Arteta managed minutes carefully, and fans were gifted with history as 15-year-old Max Dowman became the youngest player ever in UCL history.
🛡 Iron-Wall Defense and A VAR Save
Slavia thought they had a late lifeline from the penalty spot, but after review, the decision was overturned — leaving Arsenal’s clean-sheet record intact.
With this win, Arsenal topped their league phase table, sending a powerful message to the rest of Europe.
💡 Key Takeaways
| Highlight | Detail |
| Arsenal Win | 3 – 0 vs Slavia Prague |
| Clean Sheets | 8-match club record equalled |
| Standout Stars | Saka, Merino, Rice, Trossard |
| History Made | 15-year-old Max Dowman’s debut |
| Competition Status | Arsenal remain 100% in UCL |
🏅 Conclusion
Arsenal is showing Europe that it is back at the top level — structured, hungry, fearless, and ruthlessly efficient. If they maintain this form, a deep Champions League run is not just a dream; it’s a realistic expectation.
Tanzanian fans, buckle up — this could be a historic season.
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