Ammon News - Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk at the Emirates Stadium, with Shakhtar goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk's unfortunate own goal proving to be the winning goal. The match was tense and scrappy, with Arsenal struggling to extend their lead despite long periods of possession. Riznyk also saved a penalty in the second half, but Shakhtar's poor final passes and Arsenal's resolute defending meant they left empty-handed.

Arsenal fans were pleased to see their team grind out a win, following a more complete performance in a previous match against PSG. Mikel Arteta highlighted Arsenal's dominance in the first half, with missed chances preventing them from putting the game to bed.

Despite looking tired in the second half, Arsenal managed to secure the victory and clean sheet, acknowledging the importance of getting the win in the Champions League. Stubborn Shakhtar initially struggled against Arsenal's fast start, but grew into the game and posed a threat on the counterattack.

The atmosphere at the Emirates was electric, with fans chanting and showing their support for the team's positive start. Overall, Arsenal's ability to secure a win despite not being at their best was a positive sign as they sought to bounce back from a recent defeat to Bournemouth.

Dmytro Kryskiv missed an interception as Calafiori played the ball out, allowing Arsenal to penetrate Shakhtar's defense. Martinelli's shot hit the post, then rebounded off Riznyk for an own goal. Despite this, Martinelli was praised for his performance, including his impressive dribbling.

Arteta commended Martinelli for finding another level of play. Arsenal dominated the first half, with Riznyk making important saves. The second half started similarly, with Martinelli creating opportunities. Arsenal had a chance to secure the game with a penalty, but Riznyk saved Trossard's shot.

Shakhtar struggled to create clear chances despite some pressure. Pusic was proud of his team's defensive effort against a top European team. The closest Shakhtar came to equalizing was a long-range shot saved by Raya. Overall, Arsenal's dominance and Riznyk's saves secured the win for the Gunners.

Pusic acknowledged the challenge of facing Arsenal and praised his team's defensive display. Arsenal's attacking prowess and solid defense ultimately gave them the victory in a hard-fought match.Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk at the Emirates Stadium, with Shakhtar goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk's unfortunate own goal proving to be the winning goal.

The match was tense and scrappy, with Arsenal struggling to extend their lead despite long periods of possession.

Riznyk also saved a penalty in the second half, but Shakhtar's poor final passes and Arsenal's resolute defending meant they left empty-handed. Arsenal fans were pleased to see their team grind out a win, following a more complete performance in a previous match against PSG.

Mikel Arteta highlighted Arsenal's dominance in the first half, with missed chances preventing them from putting the game to bed. Despite looking tired in the second half, Arsenal managed to secure the victory and clean sheet, acknowledging the importance of getting the win in the Champions League. Stubborn Shakhtar initially struggled against Arsenal's fast start, but grew into the game and posed a threat on the counterattack.

The atmosphere at the Emirates was electric, with fans chanting and showing their support for the team's positive start. Overall, Arsenal's ability to secure a win despite not being at their best was a positive sign as they sought to bounce back from a recent defeat to Bournemouth.

Dmytro Kryskiv missed an interception as Calafiori played the ball out, allowing Arsenal to penetrate Shakhtar's defense. Martinelli's shot hit the post, then rebounded off Riznyk for an own goal. Despite this, Martinelli was praised for his performance, including his impressive dribbling. Arteta commended Martinelli for finding another level of play.

Arsenal dominated the first half, with Riznyk making important saves. The second half started similarly, with Martinelli creating opportunities.

Arsenal had a chance to secure the game with a penalty, but Riznyk saved Trossard's shot. Shakhtar struggled to create clear chances despite some pressure. Pusic was proud of his team's defensive effort against a top European team. The closest Shakhtar came to equalizing was a long-range shot saved by Raya.

Overall, Arsenal's dominance and Riznyk's saves secured the win for the Gunners. Pusic acknowledged the challenge of facing Arsenal and praised his team's defensive display. Arsenal's attacking prowess and solid defense ultimately gave them the victory in a hard-fought match.

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