Arsenal marched into Milan and left with more than just three points. They left with a perfect record intact, a statement win at one of Europe’s loudest stadiums, and a center-forward back in full voice on the Champions League stage. A 3-1 victory over Inter Milan at the Giuseppe Meazza made it eight wins from eight in the league phase, with Gabriel Jesus striking twice in the first half and substitute Viktor Gyokeres adding late gloss. Petar Sucic had briefly pulled Inter level, but Arsenal’s control of the big moments decided the contest in front of 72,649 fans.

Arsenal’s perfect Champions League march continues

With the new league-phase format asking for consistency over months, Arsenal have been the model. This was their eighth straight win in the competition, and it came against a club that started fast in Europe before stumbling. Inter had opened with four victories but arrived on a two-game slide after defeats to Liverpool and Atlético Madrid. Arsenal were in no mood to offer a lifeline.

The Gunners did more than protect their record; they added layers to it. They managed the game’s tempo, protected leads, and finished with a late flourish. The outcome secured Round of 16 qualification and kept Arsenal as the competition’s only perfect side.

“Eight from eight. If this is the standard, why not dream big?”

Gabriel Jesus ends his wait and takes control in Milan

Arsenal’s No 9 had not scored in this competition since November 2023. That wait ended after just ten minutes. Jesus found the angle and the finish to quiet the stands and calm any early nerves. When Inter answered, he answered back. On 31 minutes he struck again to restore the lead, and Arsenal were back on the front foot.

It was a classic center-forward performance: sharp movement, quick decisions, and a ruthless feel for space. On a night that asked for leaders, Jesus delivered. It was no surprise he collected Player of the Match honors.

“Jesus finally looks like the European finisher Arsenal needed.”

Inter’s response had bite, but the momentum didn’t last

Inter did not fold. Petar Sucic struck in the 18th minute to level, and for a spell the hosts were energized. The crowd roared, the tackles flew in, and the game opened up. But the pattern that followed favored Arsenal’s balance. The visitors did not panic; they tightened the midfield and waited for the next opening.

For Inter, it is now three straight league-phase defeats. The early storm of four wins has become a worrying slide, and the margin for error is shrinking. The difference here was decision-making in both boxes. Arsenal’s best chances turned into goals, Inter’s into half-moments.

“Inter’s league phase turned fast: four wins to three losses — what now?”

Set-piece strength: a club record falls

Arsenal’s improvement on set plays has been one of the themes of their season. In Milan, that work reached a new high-water mark as the Gunners set a club record with their 18th corner-kick goal of the campaign. It did not just help on the scoreboard; it shaped the feel of the game. Every corner carried threat, and Inter knew it.

Set pieces are often about details: the delivery, the screens, the timing of runs. Arsenal’s routine execution put Inter on edge and gave the Gunners a reliable platform whenever they needed to steady momentum.

Gyokeres seals it late and shows the squad’s depth

With six minutes left, Viktor Gyokeres curled in a calm, confident finish to make it safe at 3-1. Coming off the bench and delivering in that moment spoke to the depth and clarity in Arsenal’s squad. The starters set the tone; the substitutes finished the job.

That tick-tock control — start fast, answer setbacks, finish strong — has been a hallmark of Arsenal’s European run so far. It is not flashy for 90 minutes, but it is effective, and it travels well. In knockout football, those traits matter most.

What the result means for the Round of 16 and beyond

Arsenal are already through to the Round of 16 and carry the kind of form that can influence the draw. Staying perfect is not just a number; it is a message. It says this team can handle different styles, tough venues, and tense scorelines. It also keeps the group’s confidence high, which is vital as stakes rise and margins fall.

For Inter, the challenge is now mental as much as tactical. Three straight losses after a bright start asks for a reset: sharper finishing, firmer defending on set plays, and a return to their early-phase composure. The league phase still offers time, but not much, and the competition punishes hesitation.

The night in numbers

• Final score: Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal
• Goals: Gabriel Jesus 10′, 31′; Petar Sucic 18′; Viktor Gyokeres 84′
• Attendance: 72,649 at the Giuseppe Meazza
• Run: Arsenal are at eight wins from eight in the league phase
• Inter: Third straight league-phase defeat after four early victories
• Record: Arsenal’s 18th corner-kick goal of the season set a new club mark

Big-picture takeaway

Results like this are built on habits. Start well, answer quickly, and finish the game. Arsenal checked each box in Milan, guided by a center-forward who rediscovered his Champions League edge and a bench that brought fresh certainty at the end. It was smart, steady, and strong — the kind of win that makes a perfect record feel deserved.

The opponents will get tougher, and the ties will tighten. But for now, Arsenal have earned the right to enjoy an ideal start to their European campaign. Eight from eight. A noisy away win. A striker back in rhythm. And a corner routine that keeps paying out. If you are looking for signs of a serious contender, nights like this are the proof.