Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Arsenal Wins UCL Opener Against Athletic Bilbao
Arsenal played Athletic Bilbao in their first Champions League match.
The game was held in Spain.
After a close first half, Arsenal brought on substitutes who scored two goals to win.
Martinelli scored quickly after coming on, followed by Trossard.
Arsenal's coach, Arteta, said the substitutes made a big impact.
Athletic Bilbao, back in the Champions League after 11 years, had a young team.
Arsenal defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in their Champions League opener.
Martinelli and Trossard scored the goals for Arsenal.
The match was played at San Mames Stadium in Spain.
Athletic Bilbao returned to the Champions League after 11 years.
Arteta's substitutions were praised for changing the game.
- Who
- Arsenal and Athletic Bilbao
- What
- Champions League match
- When
- September 16, 2025
- Where
- San Mames Stadium, Spain
- Why
- Champions League opener
Arsenal
Athletic Bilbao
Match Strategy
Arsenal
Arsenal aimed to establish dominance and exploit weaknesses.
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao played a direct, fast-paced style, leveraging home support.
- Match
- Athletic Bilbao vs. Arsenal
- Competition
- UEFA Champions League
- Score
- 2-0, Arsenal
- Arsenal Scorers
- Martinelli, Trossard
- Venue
- San Mames Stadium, Spain
- Arsenal Manager
- Mikel Arteta
Sources
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Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch UEFA Champions League In India?
Arsenal subs snatch win in Bilbao Champions League opener