Match report
Arsenal Defeats Club Brugge KV 3-0 in UEFA Champions League
Club Brugge KV
0–3
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Arsenal
Dec 10, 2025
Arsenal made a statement by defeating Club Brugge KV 3-0 in their latest UEFA Champions League fixture. The Gunners struck early through Noni Madueke, who doubled his tally before halftime. Gabriel Martinelli sealed the win with an additional goal, showcasing Arsenal's dominance on the night.
Key Facts
- • Noni Madueke scored two goals for Arsenal at 25' and 47'.
- • Gabriel Martinelli added a third goal at 56'.
- • Arsenal's Benjamin White received a yellow card.
- • Club Brugge KV made multiple substitutions in the second half.
Lineups
Club Brugge KV
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 16 D. van den Heuvel (G)
- 41 H. Siquet (D)
- 4 J. Ordonez (D)
- 44 B. Mechele (D)
- 65 J. Seys (D)
- 25 A. Stankovic (M)
- 15 R. Onyedika (M)
- 9 C. Forbs (M)
- 20 H. Vanaken (M)
- 8 C. Tzolis (M)
- 7 N. Tresoldi (F)
Substitutes
- 71 A. De Corte
- 2 Z. Romero
- 10 H. Vetlesen
- 11 C. Sandra
- 14 B. Meijer
- 19 G. Nilsson
- 58 J. Spileers
- 64 K. Sabbe
- 67 M. Diakhon
- 84 S. Campbell
- 87 K. Furo
Arsenal
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 D. Raya (G)
- 4 B. White (D)
- 16 C. Norgaard (D)
- 5 P. Hincapie (D)
- 49 M. Lewis-Skelly (D)
- 8 M. Odegaard (M)
- 36 M. Zubimendi (M)
- 23 M. Merino (M)
- 20 N. Madueke (F)
- 14 V. Gyökeres (F)
- 11 G. Martinelli (F)
Substitutes
- 13 K. Arrizabalaga
- 35 T. Setford
- 7 B. Saka
- 9 Gabriel Jesus
- 10 E. Eze
- 22 E. Nwaneri
- 33 R. Calafiori
- 38 L. Copley
- 48 J. Nichols
- 89 M. Salmon
Timeline
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25' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalNoni Madueke
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47' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalNoni Madueke · Assist: Martín Zubimendi
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56' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalGabriel Martinelli
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62' Arsenal subst · Substitution 1Off: V. Gyökeres · On: Gabriel Jesus
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63' Arsenal subst · Substitution 2Off: P. Hincapie · On: R. Calafiori
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65' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardC. Norgaard
Foul
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67' Club Brugge KV subst · Substitution 1Off: H. Siquet · On: B. Meijer
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67' Club Brugge KV subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Tresoldi · On: K. Furo
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68' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardBenjamin White
Foul
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71' Arsenal subst · Substitution 3Off: Noni Madueke · On: B. Saka
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72' Arsenal subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Ødegaard · On: E. Nwaneri
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74' Club Brugge KV subst · Substitution 3Off: Raphael Onyedika · On: H. Vetlesen
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74' Club Brugge KV subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Seys · On: K. Sabbe
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83' Arsenal subst · Substitution 5Off: Benjamin White · On: M. Salmon
Match Stats
| Stat | Club Brugge KV | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 89% | 88% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 20 |
| Corners | 1 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 474 | 477 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 11 |
| xG | 1.10 | 2.99 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 8 |
| Possession | 49% | 51% |
| Goals Prevented | 1 | 1 |
| Accurate Passes | 421 | 419 |
| Shots Inside Box | 11 | 12 |
| Saves | 7 | 7 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 8 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Noni Madueke's early goal at 25' set the tone for Arsenal, giving them confidence and control over the match.
- ▸ Arsenal doubled their lead just before halftime with another goal from Noni Madueke, effectively shifting the momentum in their favor.