Mikel Arteta has urged his Arsenal side to top their Europa League group - and give themselves a vital break during this punishing season.
Arsenal face PSV on Thursday evening, knowing victory will secure qualification from Group A.
Finishing top would bring another bonus: Arteta's side would receive a bye straight to the last-16 and avoid a play-off against a Champions League drop-out.
'For sure it is important (this season) because we have never played this many games after the World Cup.