Arsenal destroys PSV in the first match of the Champions League Round of 16.

Arsenal achieved a fantastic victory over PSV with a score of 7-1 in the first match of the Champions League Round of 16, marking their record away win in the tournament. This was reported by 'Glavkom'.

PSV – Arsenal 1:7

• Goals: 0:1 – Timber (18'), 0:2 – Nwaneri (21'), 0:3 – Merino (31'), 1:3 – Lang (43'), 1:4 – Odegaard (47'), 1:5 – Trossard (48'), Odegaard (73'), Calafiori (85')

Match Summary

The score was opened by Jurriën Timber, followed by Mikel Merino and Ethan Nwaneri extending Arsenal's lead. Although PSV managed to reduce the deficit with a penalty, Arsenal continued to dominate the field. In particular, Martin Odegaard and Leandro Trossard also contributed to the victory by scoring several goals in the second half. Ultimately, the match ended with a crushing score of 1:7.

Amazing Statistics

This victory was historic for Arsenal, as the London club became the first team in Champions League history to score 7 or more away goals in a knockout match. This game was also significant for Arsenal, as the team finally managed to secure a convincing victory after several unsuccessful matches in the English league.

Ukrainian Trace in the Game

In the 71st minute, Ukrainian Oleksandr Zinchenko came on the field. He did not register any productive actions in the match against his former team.

'What a night. Thank you for the support. Safe travels home, Gunners. An important place for me. PSV will always be in my heart,' Zinchenko wrote on Instagram.

Let us remind you, Real won against Atlético Madrid with a score of 2-1 in the first match of the Champions League Round of 16, which took place at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.