"He provided the assist for Saka, while creating the most chances (four), winning possession most often (eight) and enjoying the most touches (86) of any Arsenal player. Speaking to TNT Sports, Arteta said of his captain: "He was phenomenal. "He influenced the game in a manner which is very important for us. He continued to play forward, playing people through on goal.""
"Gabriel Martinelli continued his fine scoring form with his third goal in five games to give the Gunners the lead, tucking in a rebound after Victor Gyokeres had struck the post. This was also the first time the Brazilian had scored in consecutive Champions League appearances after he netted away to Athletic Club a fortnight earlier. Bukayo Saka, who came on as a substitute, then made sure of the victory in added time with a shot that squeezed through the legs of goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis."
Arsenal maintained a perfect Champions League start with a 2-0 win over Olympiacos. Gabriel Martinelli scored his third goal in five games by tucking in a rebound after Victor Gyokeres struck the post, marking his first consecutive Champions League goals following a strike at Athletic Club. Bukayo Saka, introduced as a substitute, secured the win in added time with a shot through goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis's legs. Captain Martin Odegaard created four chances, won possession eight times and registered 86 touches while providing the assist for Saka. Arsenal have kept six clean sheets in nine matches and won two Champions League openers without conceding.
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