Champions League

ARSENAL fans went crazy after Mikel Arteta delivered a not-so-subtle put-down following last night’s 7-1 win over PSV.The Gunners tore the Dutch kings apart in Eindhoven to all-but seal their spot in the Champions League quarters.Mikel Arteta delivered a not-so-subtle put-down after Arsenal beat PSV 7-1Credit: GettyMartin Odegaard led the way with two strikes as Jurrien Timber, Ethan Nwaneri, Mikel Merino, Leandro Trossard and Riccardo Calafiori also scored.The resounding result also saw Arsenal set SIX new records.They included becoming the first team to net seven goals in a Champions League away tie.Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly also became the first English teens to combine for a goal in the competition’s history.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLArsenal will now be hoping to replicate their goalscoring feats back in the Premier League.The Gunners travel to Manchester United on Sunday afternoon ahead of their return leg with PSV.A tough clash against Chelsea then follows before the international break.And with leaders Liverpool already 13 points clear, the Londoners know they can’t afford to drop more points if they want to remain in the title race.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSNow, Arteta has warned his players not to get carried away by last night’s result.He has told his stars to remain grounded.Moment Arsenal flop Nicolas Pepe floors porn star girlfriend Teanna Trump in playfightArteta said ‘be humble’ in what may have been a reference to Erling HaalandCredit: GettyAnd in a not-so-subtle dig at Erling Haaland, Arteta even declared that Arsenal need to “be humble”.The infamous words were used by Haaland towards the Gunners after Man City netted a late equaliser against them in September’s 2-2 draw at the Etihad.Following the result, City slipped into an awful run of results and remain out of sorts.Arsenal got their revenge last month when they smashed City 5-1 at the Emirates.But Arteta has urged his aces to stay focused, saying: “Put your head down, be humble.“Analyse how you can improve because the next game is going to be completely different to this one.“Nobody in this room, if I gave you an envelope and said, ‘can you predict what’s going to happen tomorrow and who is going to score?’“That’s the beauty of football and nobody can write the script unfortunately, even if we’d like to.”Fans were certainly loving Arteta’s choice of words.One said: “I understood that reference.”Another declared: “HE SAID THE WORD.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “The karma is coming guys.”Another added: “Arteta actually said be humble!” More

LIVERPOOL return to Champions League action on Wednesday when they make the trip to face French giants PSG.SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview the round-of-16 first leg and select the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesPSG vs Liverpool previewIt’s the business end of this competition now and two of the fancied sides before a ball was kicked meet in the round-of-16.Having said that, we probably weren’t sure before the season what we’d get from a PSG or Liverpool side having both made big changes in recent months.Liverpool couldn’t have been any more impressive under Arne Slot. They’ve stormed to a 13 point lead in the Premier League and came out on top in the league phase of this competition too.Seven wins a defeat – in the final game when changes were made – makes for a very healthy European campaign so far and it’s no surprise to see them in behind the Spanish pair of Madrid and Barca in the outright markets.They’ve only won one of their last four games away from Anfield though. Draws in the Merseyside derby and at Villa Park followed that defeat to Plymouth in the cup. 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ARSENAL smashed six records as they produced a seven-star display against PSV last night.Mikel Arteta’s men battered the Dutch kings 7-1 in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash in Eindhoven.Arsenal broke six records as they beat PSV Eindhoven 7-1Credit: GettyThe Gunners have one foot in the quarters where one of Real or Atletico Madrid awaitCredit: GettyMartin Odegaard helped himself to a brace with Jurrien Timber, Ethan Nwaneri, Mikel Merino, Leandro Trossard and Riccardo Calafiori also netting.Arsenal now have one foot in the quarters, where a battle against either Real Madrid or Atletico awaits.But after hitting PSV for seven yesterday, the Gunners also took down six records in the process.The thumping result meant Arsenal became the first-ever team to score seven away goals in a single Champions League knockout game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAll of Arsenal’s goals were spread evenly throughout the side.And it also meant they became the first-ever side to have six different goal scorers – barring own goals – in a Champions League knockout game away from home.Arsenal are now the quickest team to net five away goals in the Champions League too, with Trossard’s strike for 5-1 coming in the 48th minute.Meanwhile, the result meant Arsenal have now won five successive Champions League games – in the same tournament – for the first time since the 2005/06 season.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSBefore beating PSV, the Gunners cruised past Girona, Dinamo Zagreb, Monaco and Sporting Lisbon.And they will be confident of extending that run to six in the return leg at the Emirates.Moment Arsenal flop Nicolas Pepe floors porn star girlfriend Teanna Trump in playfightFinally, Nwaneri’s goal saw him become the third-youngest goal scorer in a Champions League knockout game at the age of 17 year and 384 days.The record was set by Bojan Krkic when he netted for Barcelona in 2008 aged 17 years and 217 days.And it saw Nwaneri fall in just behind Jude Bellingham, who scored for Borussia Dortmund in 2021 aged 17 years and 289 days.Arsenal’s latest starlet was set up for his goal by fellow kid Myles Lewis-Skelly.And it meant that two English teens had combined for a Champions League goal for the first time in the competition’s history.Arsenal’s record-breaking nightFirst team to score seven goals in a Champions League KO away gameFirst team to have six different scorers in Champions League KO away gameQuickest time to net five goals in Champions League away gameWon five straight Champions League games for first time since 2005/06Ethan Nwaneri now the third-youngest goal scorer in a Champions League KO gameEthan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly the first-ever English teens to combine for a Champions League goal More

THEO WALCOTT missed TWO Arsenal goals during their 7-1 demolition of PSV Eindhoven – because he’s injured. The former Gunners star watched Mikel Arteta’s side all but secure a Champions League quarter-final spot from the Amazon commentary box. Amazon pundit Theo Walcott admitted he missed two of Arsenal’s goals on TuesdayCredit: RexThe Gunners put seven past PSV to all but secure a quarter-final placeCredit: PAWalcott joined host Gabby Logan and fellow pundit Daniel Sturridge to review the action from the Philips Stadium. The 35-year-old spent 12 years at the Emirates, scoring 108 goals in 397 appearances.Walcott was blighted by injury for much of his career, with persistent knocks forcing him to hang up his boots in 2023.And that bad luck appears to have followed him into his media career.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSWalcott revealed he missed two of Arsenal’s goals because he was “limping” from pitchside to the gantry. Martin Odegaard and Leandro Trossard netted in the 47th and 48th minute, extending Arsenal’s lead to 5-1. Discussing Odegaard’s strike, Walcott admitted: “I missed that goal actually, limping back [to the studio].”Logan laughed in response: “Was that you hobbling? Didn’t you miss [Trossard’s goal too]? Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Because you were working with Gabrial [Clarke] just before kick-off [pitchside].”Logan revealed Walcott was suffering from a “poorly knee.”Mikel Arteta bizarrely hints Arsenal should be mid-table but still won’t give up on title She added with a grin: “You’ve only mentioned it eight times tonight! “You asked ‘Hang on a minute, what’s happened here?’ [after seeing the score].”Walcott’s colleague Sturridge then chimed in with a possible reason for the injury, laughing: “Golfing!”It proved to be a European night to remember for Arsenal, who have struggled for goals in recent weeks.The Gunners’ title charge has faltered following injuries to key personnel upfront.Arsenal ratings vs PSV as Nwaneri comes of age in Champions League drubbing but rash Lewis-Skelly is hooked earlyARSENAL steamrolled a hapless PSV side to all-but book their place in the Champions League quarter-finals.The Gunners started without a recognised striker once again but unlike at Nottingham Forest last week, goals were not a problem in Eindhoven.A quick-fire double from Jurrien Timber and Ethan Nwaneri around the 20th minute put the Gunners in control in what was an assured display.Every Arsenal player impressed and they were clinical with their finishing.Only Myles Lewis-Skelly will feel a little disappointed as he was hooked after half an hour to avoid him picking up a second yellow.It was a shame as the youngster was performing well on the ball – he played a key role in the build-up to the opening goal.But he could not be trusted by Mikel Arteta after he dived and caught his man with a challenge that could easily have resulted in a second booking.It was another careless moment that allowed PSV back into the match as Thomas Partey conceded a penalty that was converted on the stroke of half-time.But the Gunners did not rest on their laurels and came out racing after the break, scoring twice in two minutes to put the match, and the tie, to bed.Here is how SunSport’s Kealan Hughes rated the Gunners’ display…But they took out their frustration on PSV, with six different scorers contributing to a famous rout.A delighted Arteta beamed: “It’s very significant but it’s just to put yourself in a really strong position to go through to the next round.”That’s it; that’s the reality. To put landmarks, we have to really make it to a very different level. “But obviously, this team has done a lot that hasn’t been done in many, many years or in the history of the club. “Which means a lot, but that’s not what we want.”But he also warned: “In football, and you do very well today, put your head down, be humble, analyse how you can improve. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Because the next game is going to be completely different to this one.”And nobody can write the script, unfortunately, even if we would like to.” More

ARSENAL steamrolled a hapless PSV side to all-but book their place in the Champions League quarter-finals.The Gunners started without a recognised striker once again but unlike at Nottingham Forest last week, goals were not a problem in Eindhoven.Mikel Merino, Jurrien Timber and Leandro Trossard all got on the scoresheetCredit: GettyEthan Nwaneri fired in an emphatic finishCredit: GettyTimber opened the scoring with a headerCredit: GettyA quick-fire double from Jurrien Timber and Ethan Nwaneri around the 20th minute put the Gunners in control in what was an assured display.Every Arsenal player impressed and they were clinical with their finishing.Only Myles Lewis-Skelly will feel a little disappointed as he was hooked after half an hour to avoid him picking up a second yellow.It was a shame as the youngster was performing well on the ball – he played a key role in the build-up to the opening goal.But he could not be trusted by Mikel Arteta after he dived and caught his man with a challenge that could easily have resulted in a second booking.It was another careless moment that allowed PSV back into the match as Thomas Partey conceded a penalty that was converted on the stroke of half-time.But the Gunners did not rest on their laurels and came out racing after the break, scoring twice in two minutes to put the match, and the tie, to bed.Here is how SunSport’s Kealan Hughes rated the Gunners display.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDavid Raya – 7Nothing he could do about the penalty.Commanded his box well but was barely tested by a lacklustre PSV attack.Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to ‘step up’ as focus switches to Champions League Jurrien Timber – 8Attacked the far post well to head Arsenal in front.Bombed forward and showed some clever touches in the attacking final third, while also keeping a tight lid on Noa Lang.He has really made the right-back position his own in recent weeks – Ben White could struggle to get back into the team now he is fit again.William Saliba – 7As assured as a display you will see without having a lot to deal with.Sprayed the ball out from defence effectively, and will now likely be given a rest for the return leg.Gabriel – 7Like his defensive partner, he was calm on the ball and built attacks while marshalling his defence well.Did not give Luuk de Jong a sniff, whose only joy all night was the penalty he won from Partey grabbing him around the neck.Myles Lewis-Skelly – 4Did well for Arsenal’s second as he reached the byline before crossing to his Hale End pal to score.Was booked after 25 minutes and was very fortunate to escape a second yellow just moments later.He was hooked after Merino’s goal just after the half-hour mark.Thomas Partey – 6Gave away a needless penalty with his side cruising and going into half-time 3-0 up.Could have no complaints either as he had his arm around De Jong’s neck.Declan Rice – 9Controlled the ball brilliantly in the box before finding space to whip in a perfect cross for Timber to score the opener.He had found the bottom corner with precision moments earlier but the long-range strike was ruled out for offside.Showed a lot more intensity than recent games, got forward often and looked a threat every time he did.Martin Odegaard – 9Had a simple finish for his first after good work from Nwaneri.Took his second very well, darting inside and passing a couple of markers before firing in – it was straight at the keeper but he could only palm it into the net.Produced the assist of the match with a wonderful outside-of-the-boot pass for Calafiori’s goal.Ethan Nwaneri – 9Took his goal expertly. An effortless first-time finish which he blasted past the keeper from Lewis-Skelly’s cutback.Did very well for the Gunners’ fourth goal as he beat his defender before firing a low cross that was not dealt with, resulting in Odegaard firing home.He was a menace throughout and was perhaps Arsenal’s biggest attacking threat – not bad for Arsenal’s second-youngest Champions League appearance maker.Leandro Trossard – 8Clever pass into Rice in the build-up to the opening goal.An even smarter chip put his side 5-1 up after Calafiori’s slipped pass.Mikel Merino – 7Started up-front again and this time it paid off. However it took some of the most shambolic defending to set up the Spaniard.A myriad of errors culminated in Ryan Flamingo passing straight to the makeshift striker who slotted in.He otherwise showed some good touches and acted as a lynchpin for a more dynamic Gunners attack than usual.SubsRiccardo Calafiori (for Lewis-Skelly, 33mins) – 7Delivered an assist for Trossard and looked to support the attack as often as he could, scoring his side’s seventh late on.But unlike last Tuesday he remained concentrated at the back too.Oleksandr Zinchenko (for Partey, 71mins) – 6Brought on to help see out the match and he did so, keeping possession well.Came very close to scoring with a low shot that produced a good save from the keeper.Raheem Sterling (for Nwaneri, 71mins) – 5Brought on up-front but he was not involved much.Ben White (for Timber, 77mins) – 6Shored up the defence as he continues to build his fitness after returning from injury. More