Arsenal is one of the favorites to take home the English Premier League title, while also hopeful to make a deep run in the UCL. They punched their ticket to the Champions League for a third year in a row by finishing third in the EPL once again. The Gunners have picked up wins over Athletic Club and Olympiacos so far in UCL play.

Finally off the mark with their first victory of the league phase, if things came to a close today, Athletic Club would be through to the knockouts.

An analysis of the state of play in Europe's premier club competition following the conclusion of the third round of fixtures

Champions League MD3 was about the goals, and lots of them: 71 across 18 games, to be precise, with some statement wins for tournament favorites (Arsenal, PSG) and big clubs that needed a lift (Liverpool).

Beth Mead and Alessia Russo have each scored as Arsenal broke through a tenacious Benfica defense to win 2-0 and bounce back after an opening loss dented its Women’s Champions League title defense.

Arsenal secured a significant Champions League win by thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 today. After a goalless first half, Gabriel headed home a free kick and Gabriel Martinelli curled in off the post. Viktor Gyokeres then scored twice in four minutes to give the hosts a thumping victory in north London.

Not even Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone could combat Arsenal's set-piece brilliance, as the Gunners showed why they might be ready to turn progress into trophies.

Matchday 3 of the UEFA Champions League features a matchup with Arsenal taking on Atlético Madrid on Tuesday, Oct. 21.

Arsenal attacker Gabriel Martinelli says the players believe they can win the Premier League title this season.