Matchday 7 of the UEFA Champions League league phase delivered major results across Europe, highlighted by Arsenal’s emphatic away win over Inter. The victory not only secured top spot in the table but also marked a historic seventh consecutive Champions League win for the London club.
Arsenal Make History at San Siro
The main headline of Matchday 7 came from Milan, where Arsenal defeated Inter 3–1 and continued their flawless Champions League campaign. For the first time in the club’s history, the Gunners recorded seven consecutive wins in Europe’s premier competition. While the new league-phase format played a role, the achievement still underlines Arsenal’s exceptional consistency and tactical maturity this season.
Gabriel Jesus was the decisive figure, scoring twice and constantly troubling Inter’s back line. His second goal came after a well-executed attacking sequence, finished acrobatically following a long pass from Jurrien Timber. Substitute Viktor Gyökeres then sealed the victory, combining with Bukayo Saka before unleashing a powerful long-range strike into the top corner.
Inter Respond Briefly but Fall Short
Inter managed to pull one goal back through Petar Sučić after a period of sustained pressure. The move was initiated by a sharp through ball from Lautaro Martínez, leading to several blocked attempts inside the box before Sučić found space to score from distance. However, Arsenal responded immediately and never allowed the match to slip out of control.
A corner kick midway through the first half proved decisive once again. After Bukayo Saka’s delivery caused chaos in the area, Gabriel Jesus reacted quickest to score his second goal from close range. From that moment on, Arsenal dictated the tempo and limited Inter’s attacking momentum.
Arsenal Secure Top Spot and Direct Qualification
This victory confirmed first place in the Champions League league-phase table for Arsenal. The London club had already secured direct qualification to the Round of 16, but Matchday 7 removed all remaining doubt about their position at the top. Arsenal are now the only team with a perfect record after seven matches, boasting the strongest defense in the competition with just two goals conceded.
In addition, Arsenal have scored more goals than any other team so far, matching Paris Saint-Germain’s attacking output while outperforming them defensively. The Gunners now sit six points clear of their closest rivals, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, with Bayern still to play their Matchday 7 fixture.
Inter Face Playoff Pressure
For Inter, the defeat leaves them in a dangerous position. The Nerazzurri currently sit ninth in the table, placing them in the playoff zone rather than among the top eight who qualify directly for the Round of 16. They trail Atalanta, who occupy eighth place, by just one point, with Atalanta still yet to play in this round.
With the final league-phase match approaching, Inter will need a strong performance to avoid the additional playoff round and secure a more favorable path in the knockout stage.
Other Key Results from Matchday 7
Elsewhere on Matchday 7, Real Madrid delivered one of the most dominant performances of the round, defeating Monaco 6–1 at the Santiago Bernabéu. Tottenham Hotspur secured a solid 2–0 home win against Borussia Dortmund, while Olympiacos claimed an important 2–0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen.
One of the biggest surprises came in Norway, where Bodø/Glimt defeated Manchester City 3–1, a result that further tightened the race for automatic qualification and added extra intrigue ahead of the final matchday.
What Comes Next in the Champions League
As the league phase approaches its conclusion, every remaining fixture carries significant weight. Matchday 7 clarified the identity of the tournament’s most consistent team, intensified the battle for the top eight, and ensured that the final round will be played with maximum tension across Europe.
The final matchday will determine which clubs qualify directly for the Round of 16 and which teams must navigate the playoff route to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
Elsewhere on Matchday 7, several results had a significant impact on the Champions League standings. Real Madrid produced a dominant performance at the Santiago Bernabéu, defeating Monaco 6–1 to strengthen their position in the race for direct qualification. Tottenham Hotspur secured a controlled 2–0 home victory over Borussia Dortmund, while Olympiacos claimed an important 2–0 win against Bayer Leverkusen. One of the biggest surprises of the night came in Norway, where Bodø/Glimt defeated Manchester City 3–1, adding further tension to the battle for the top eight as the league phase approaches its decisive final round.
