Arsenal 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk: 3 takeaways as gritty Gunners get job done

  • Arsenal managed to squeeze out a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League in a gritty performance
Arsenal FC v FC Shakhtar Donetsk - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3
Arsenal FC v FC Shakhtar Donetsk - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 / Gaspafotos/MB Media/GettyImages
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Arsenal FC v FC Shakhtar Donetsk - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3
Arsenal FC v FC Shakhtar Donetsk - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 / Gaspafotos/MB Media/GettyImages

2. Martinelli's redemption story gains traction

Just a few weeks ago, Martinelli seemed out of favour and out of form, but how quickly can things change?

The Brazilian looked back to his best, with his pace, ability to cover every blade of grass and want to take on anyone and everyone leading to a good performance.

Yes, his goal - well, the one that he claimed - was rather fortunate, but you make your own luck and Martinelli deserved his slice of fortune against Shakhtar.

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