Champions League
Arsenal set historic Champions League record against Lens
Arsenal took an early lead in their Champions League group, beating Lens 6-0. Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard scored five goals for the French team in the first half.
According to Opta, this success was unique. Arsenal became the first team in Champions League history to have at least five different players score in the first half (excluding own goals).
5 – @Arsenal first side? @Champions League History of having five different goalscorers (excluding own goals) in the first half of a match in the tournament. Stars. pic.twitter.com/Uyz16rg9kn
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) 29 November 2023
Arsenal also broke several records in their match against Lens.
Source: Sport UA
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