PSV 1–7 Arsenal – Player Ratings

🕓 Last updated on September 27, 2025

Arsenal dominate PSV player ratings with standout performances from Timber, Odegaard, and Nwaneri in a 7–1 Champions League win.

Arsenal dominate PSV player ratings with a ruthless display in Eindhoven, putting one foot firmly in the Champions League quarter-finals.

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The Gunners delivered a masterclass in attacking football, crushing PSV 7–1 in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie. With standout performances across the pitch, Mikel Arteta’s side showcased depth, flair, and clinical finishing in one of their most dominant European outings.

Here’s how each player rated in the emphatic win:

Starting XI Ratings

• David Raya (7/10)
  Made key saves to keep PSV quiet. Survived a scare when Saibari’s shot hit the bar after a shaky clearance.
• Jurrien Timber (9/10)
  Opened the scoring with a towering header and anchored the defense with authority.
• William Saliba (7/10)
  Calm and composed, Saliba neutralized PSV’s threats and distributed the ball with precision.
• Gabriel (7/10)
  Dominated aerial duels and kept Luuk de Jong from finding space in the box.
• Myles Lewis-Skelly (6/10)
  Assisted Nwaneri’s goal but flirted with danger after a clumsy tackle nearly earned him a second yellow.
• Thomas Partey (6/10)
  Gave away a penalty but contributed well in midfield transitions.
• Martin Ødegaard (9/10)
  Pulled the strings in attack, scored twice, and led by example with flair and vision.
• Declan Rice (8/10)
  Delivered an assist and controlled the midfield with power and poise.
• Ethan Nwaneri (8/10)
  Scored one and assisted Ødegaard. His fearless performance stood out on the big stage.
• Mikel Merino (7/10)
  Netted a crucial goal and added an assist, showing composure in the final third.
• Leandro Trossard (7/10)
  Buzzed around the box and finished clinically to cap off a lively display.

Substitute Ratings

• Riccardo Calafiori (8/10)
  Made an instant impact off the bench with a goal and an assist.
• Oleksandr Zinchenko (6.5/10)
  Provided stability and clean passing after coming on.
• Raheem Sterling (5/10)
  Played a supporting role late in the match with limited involvement.

Arsenal’s commanding win puts them in pole position to reach the quarter-finals, where they’ll face either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid. With young stars like Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly stepping up and veterans delivering, Arteta’s squad looks ready to challenge Europe’s elite.

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