Arsenal aims to match a 122-year-old record in the Champions League

Arsenal is on the verge of making history by potentially matching a 122-year-old record if they beat Slavia Prague and maintain a clean sheet in the Champions League game scheduled for early Wednesday (Vietnam time).

Coach Mikel Arteta’s team continued their impressive form with a 2-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday night. This result extends the Gunners’ lead to 7 points over the second place in the Premier League and lengthens their winning streak across all competitions.

Goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Declan Rice gave Arsenal early control in the first half. In the second half, Arteta’s squad played strategically, controlled the game tightly, and preserved the score with disciplined play. This marked Arsenal’s 10th consecutive win in all competitions and their 13th win out of 15 matches this season, a figure that highlights the remarkable strength and consistency of the North London club.

Not only maintaining high performance, Arsenal is also approaching a symbolic milestone. Arteta’s team has won 7 straight games without allowing any goals, an achievement that only the 1987 squad under coach George Graham has managed in the club’s history.

If Arsenal continues to beat Slavia Prague while keeping a clean sheet, they will equal a record dating back to 1903, which is 122 years ago, for the most consecutive wins without conceding a goal. This not only reflects a strong defensive capability but also confirms the resilience and clear progress of Mikel Arteta’s team in the early 2025/26 season.

Arsenal’s current success is not due to luck. Under Arteta’s guidance, the team has developed a balanced style combining creative attack and solid defense. Quality signings like Gyokeres and Rice have quickly integrated, adding comprehensive strength to the Gunners.

Against Burnley, Arsenal displayed fluid, confident football in the first half, then shifted to a controlled and disciplined approach in the second half, demonstrating the maturity of a top team. If they maintain this form, Arsenal can rewrite history not only in the Champions League but also in the Premier League race, where they are showing clear superiority over their rivals.