Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are aiming to take a major step forward in the Champions League in tonight’s clash against Inter at the San Siro, seeking to prove the progress made since last season’s 1–0 defeat in Milan. “It’s a very similar context to last year. The task will be just as difficult, but we have to show that we are better than we were then,” Arteta said, recalling that the match was decided by a penalty.

“The Gunners” sit top of the standings with maximum points and are the only unbeaten team in the competition, arriving on an 11-match unbeaten run across all competitions. “Performance and results create confidence. Our goal is to come here and win the game,” Arteta added, underlining the importance of momentum at this stage of the season.

Historically, Inter–Arsenal encounters have been balanced and significant in European competition, with victories for both sides in different meetings over the years. A draw would secure Arsenal’s qualification for the round of 16, while a win would place them in the top two positions and give them home advantage in the knockout stages. “We know how important it is. If we win, we know what it means. Let’s make it happen,” Arteta concluded.

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