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Arsenal bounced back to winning ways with a victory against Shakhtar Donetsk, raising their Champions League points to seven as they strive for a top-eight finish and to bypass the challenging playoff round next season.

The opening goal was scored in an unexpected fashion when Gabriel Martinelli’s shot hit the post, deflected off goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk, and rolled into the net. Leandro Trossard missed a penalty, creating a tense conclusion, particularly with several key players absent and Riccardo Calafiori forced off due to injury.

The match was broadcast live on Amazon Prime on Tuesday evening, but football.london was on-site to capture moments that the live stream missed.

Lackluster Atmosphere

Before kick-off, numerous seats were available on the ticket exchange, indicating a decline in attendance at the Emirates Stadium, especially for European matches. The new Champions League format seems to have impacted the atmosphere, with many empty seats evident in both sections, although there was a slight lift in energy once the game began.

Gabriel vs. Gabriel

With Bukayo Saka out, Arsenal placed Gabriel Jesus on the right wing. Mikel Arteta remained tight-lipped regarding Saka’s status ahead of the upcoming match against Liverpool. Jesus was active and created several opportunities but had difficulty finishing, and his body language indicated a lack of confidence. A mistake in the second half nearly cost Arsenal when Shakhtar missed a chance after he lost possession, leading Gabriel Magalhaes to urge him to remain focused.

Injury Concerns

The biggest fear for Arsenal fans was another injury, which seemed to materialize when Riccardo Calafiori twisted his knee or ankle. Although Oleksandr Zinchenko and Jakub Kiwior were on the bench, Arteta opted to bring on Myles Lewis-Skelly for his second Champions League appearance. From the start, Lewis-Skelly took up an inverted semi-midfield position, showcasing how ingrained Arsenal’s system is in its players.