Madueke Shines as Arsenal Cruise Past Club Brugge
So, let’s talk about Arsenal’s impressive 3–0 win over Club Brugge — a night that felt like a turning point for several players, especially Noni Madueke. This match wasn’t just another Champions League group game. It became one of those evenings where individual brilliance, long-awaited comebacks, and a statement of intent all came together perfectly.
Before this season, his £48.5m move from Chelsea raised eyebrows. Some fans questioned whether Arsenal needed him, especially with Bukayo Saka owning the right wing. But Madueke has chipped away at those doubts. Since returning from a knee injury that sidelined him for a month, he’s been sharp, direct, and constantly looking to make things happen. And in this match, with Saka resting, Madueke seized the moment effortlessly. His second goal, a simple tap-in from a brilliant cross by MartÃn Zubimendi, wasn’t as flashy, but it showed that he’s finding the right positions — a key ingredient for consistency.
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But he wasn’t alone in stealing the spotlight. Gabriel Martinelli curled home a beautiful long-range effort, making it five goals in five consecutive Champions League games — the first Arsenal player ever to do that. And then, perhaps the most emotional moment of the night: Gabriel Jesus returned after 11 months out with an ACL injury. Seeing him back on the pitch, moving confidently, was a huge boost for Arsenal and a testament to the work he and the medical staff put in.
All of this came despite a makeshift defensive line. With several centre-backs unavailable, Arteta had to shift Christian Nørgaard into defence. Still, the team held firm, stayed organised, and kept Brugge out — no small feat considering the pressure the hosts applied late in the first half.
This win made it six out of six in the Champions League for Arsenal, placing them comfortably at the top with a perfect record. And while qualification is basically guaranteed, the momentum from a night like this could push them even further. What Arteta wants now is consistency — not just a great game here and there, but players delivering this level over weeks.
If Madueke maintains this form, the selection debates will only get more interesting. And for Arsenal, that’s a very good problem to have.
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