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Athletic Bilbao 0-2 Arsenal ANALYSIS: The many encouraging signs for Mikel Arteta going into the rest of the season and which star looked galvanised in impressive Champions League outing?

Arsenal's quest for Champions League glory began in perfect fashion with a 2-0 win at Athletic Bilbao.

The Gunners, who have never won this competition in their history, took the lead through substitute Gabriel Martinelli on 72 minutes.

And the goalscorer turned provider 15 minutes later to assist fellow substitute Leandro Trossard to complete the scoreline.

Daily Mail Sport's ISAAN KHAN was at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao to oversee the win...

Squad depth comes to the fore

Make no bones about it: Arsenal were the overwhelming favourites here.