Club Brugge vs Arsenal – Match Summary
Arsenal maintained their flawless Champions League record with a commanding 3–0 victory over Club Brugge at the Jan Breydel Stadium. Noni Madueke was the star of the show, netting a clinical brace, while Gabriel Martinelli added a stunning long-range strike. Goalkeeper David Raya was equally crucial, making 7 saves to deny a spirited Brugge side before the Gunners’ quality in the final third sealed the three points.
Club Brugge vs Arsenal – Final Score
Club Brugge 0–3 Arsenal
(HT: 0–1)
Goals:
- 25’ — Madueke (ARS)
- 47’ — Madueke (ARS)
- 56’ — Martinelli (ARS)
Club Brugge vs Arsenal – Timeline & Events
- 22’ — 💥 Post! Piero Hincapié hits the woodwork with a snapshot from the edge of the box.
- 25’ — ⚽ GOAL! Noni Madueke opens the scoring with a powerful individual effort that goes in off the post. (0–1)
- 47’ — ⚽ GOAL! Just after the break, Madueke heads home from close range after a Zubimendi cross. (0–2)
- 56’ — ⚽ GOAL! Gabriel Martinelli scores a screamer, firing a “howitzer” into the top right corner. (0–3)
- 65’ — 🟨 Card: Christian Nørgaard (Arsenal) is booked for a bad tackle.
- 68’ — 🟨 Card: Ben White (Arsenal) receives a yellow card for a harsh challenge.
- 79’ — 💥 Crossbar! Substitute Gabriel Jesus fires a rocket that rattles the bar.
First Half Analysis
The game was open from the start, with both goalkeepers busy. While Arsenal controlled possession (51%), Club Brugge created chances through Christos Tzolis and Carlos Forbs, forcing David Raya into excellent saves. Arsenal’s quality eventually told when Madueke scored a stunning solo goal.
Key Stat: Arsenal generated 2.98 xG but faced 18 shots from the hosts, relying on Raya to keep the clean sheet.
Second Half Analysis
Arsenal killed the game immediately after the restart with Madueke’s second goal. Martinelli’s strike in the 56th minute ended the contest, allowing Mikel Arteta to rotate his squad. Brugge continued to push but lacked the finishing touch, while Arsenal threatened to add a fourth through Gabriel Jesus, who hit the woodwork.
xG Reality Check: Club Brugge 1.06 | Arsenal 2.98
Key Match Factors
- Raya’s Wall: David Raya made 7 saves and prevented 0.97 goals based on xGOT data.
- Madueke’s Efficiency: Two goals from the winger settled the nerves in a tricky away atmosphere.
- Shot Volume: It was a high-volume shooting game with 38 total shots (18 for Brugge, 20 for Arsenal).
- Defensive Blocks: Arsenal’s defense made 5 blocks and 34 clearances to protect the clean sheet.
Player of the Match
🏆 Noni Madueke (Arsenal)
A match-winning performance with two goals—one a stunner, one a poacher’s header—before being subbed off to rest.
Club Brugge vs Arsenal – Player Ratings
| Club Brugge | Rating | Arsenal | Rating |
| Van den Heuvel | 7.0 | Raya | 8.5 |
| Siquet | 6.0 | White | 6.5 |
| Ordonez | 6.0 | Norgaard | 6.5 |
| Mechele | 6.0 | Hincapie | 7.0 |
| Seys | 5.5 | Lewis-Skelly | 7.5 |
| Stankovic | 6.5 | Odegaard | 7.5 |
| Onyedika | 6.0 | Zubimendi | 8.0 |
| Forbs | 6.5 | Merino | 7.0 |
| Vanaken | 6.5 | Madueke (MOTM) | 9.0 |
| Tzolis | 6.5 | Gyökeres | 6.5 |
| Tresoldi | 6.0 | Martinelli | 8.5 |
Club Brugge vs Arsenal – Match Stats
| Stat | Club Brugge | Arsenal |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.06 | 2.98 |
| xG on Target (xGOT) | 1.13 | 3.97 |
| Possession | 49% | 51% |
| Total Shots | 18 | 20 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 11 |
| Big Chances | 1 | 5 |
| Corners | 5 | 5 |
| Passes (Accuracy) | 422 (89%) | 421 (88%) |
| Fouls | 10 | 9 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Goalkeeper Saves | 7 | 7 |
Top 5 Performers
- Noni Madueke (ARS): 2 Goals — The decisive factor in the final third.
- David Raya (ARS): 7 Saves — Kept Brugge at bay when the score was close.
- Gabriel Martinelli (ARS): Scored a fantastic long-range goal to kill the game.
- Dani van den Heuvel (BRU): Made 7 saves despite conceding three; kept the score down.
- Martin Zubimendi (ARS): Provided 2 assists and controlled the midfield tempo.
Underperformers / Weak Links
- Club Brugge Attack: Despite 18 shots, they only generated 1.06 xG and missed their only Big Chance.
- Joaquin Seys (BRU): Struggled to contain Madueke and was substituted in the 74th minute.
Substitutions Impact
- Riccardo Calafiori (ARS): Solidified the defense late on. (Rating: 7.1)
- Ethan Nwaneri (ARS): Came close to scoring late in the game. (Rating: 6.9)
- Gabriel Jesus (ARS): Lively cameo, hitting the crossbar. (Rating: 6.7)
- Bukayo Saka (ARS): Came on to manage the game flow. (Rating: 6.3)
Tactical Breakdown
Club Brugge:
- High Shot Volume: Attempted to shoot on sight (18 shots) but 8 were from outside the box.
- Direct Play: Looked to catch Arsenal on the break with Forbs and Tzolis.
Arsenal:
- Clinical Efficiency: Generated 3.97 xGOT, meaning their shots were exceptionally well-placed.
- Set-Piece Threat: consistently dangerous from corners (5 corners created).
What This Result Means
- Club Brugge: Remain in 31st place (4 pts) and are in danger of missing the playoff spots.
- Arsenal: Stay top of the table in 1st place (18 pts) with a perfect record (6 wins, +16 GD).
Club Brugge vs Arsenal – FAQs
Q: Who won the Club Brugge vs Arsenal match?
A: Arsenal won 3–0.
Q: Who scored the goals?
A: Noni Madueke scored twice, and Gabriel Martinelli scored once.
Q: What was the xG (Expected Goals) for the match?
A: Club Brugge 1.06 – 2.98 Arsenal.
Q: How many saves did the goalkeepers make?
A: Both goalkeepers, David Raya (Arsenal) and Dani van den Heuvel (Club Brugge), made 7 saves each.
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