Arsenal recorded a convincing win, scoring five goals in a Champions League away game for the first time since 2008; Goncalo Inacio scored a consolation goal after three first-half goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz and Gabriel before Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard wrapped up the win.
Arsenal secured a resounding 5-1 victory over Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night at Estadio Jose Alvalade. Mikel Arteta’s full-strength side produced a statement win, boosting their chances of automatic Champions League qualification.
Sporting started slowly, similar to their previous encounter with Manchester City, but Arsenal did not let them off the hook this time. The Gunners scored three first-half goals through Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Magalhaes to put themselves in a commanding position by the break.
Sporting pulled a goal back early in the second half with Goncalo Inacio heading in a corner, but Arsenal quickly regained control. Bukayo Saka converted a penalty, and substitute Leandro Trossard added another goal from a rebound to seal the match.
This victory marks Arsenal’s biggest away win in the Champions League since 2003 and moves them into eighth place in the group standings. The Gunners will be looking to build on this performance as they continue their campaign in Europe.
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