Arsenal entertained Bayer 04 Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium earlier tonight as they looked to secure a good result at home in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie. The Gunners made a quick start to the game and scored the opening goal in the 36th minute thanks to Eberechi Eze’s excellent strike. Mikel Arteta’s men went into the half-time interval 1-0 up on the scoreline.
Declan Rice doubled Arsenal’s lead in the 63rd minute as the Gunners ended up earning an impressive 2-0 win on the night (3-1 on aggregate).
Let’s take a look at how each [Arsenal](https://the4thofficial.net/category/leagues/english-premier-league/arsenal/) player fared during the clash against Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
**GK: David Raya – 7/10**
He made a couple of solid saves at the back and did enough to keep a clean sheet tonight.
**RB: Ben White – 6.5/10**
White earned the ball back once and made one good chance going forward.
**CB: William Saliba – 7/10**
He dealt with the danger when he could and did well to secure the shutout.
**CB: Gabriel – 7.5/10**
The Brazilian talent gave a good account of himself on the defensive third of the pitch.
LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 17: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between Arsenal FC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Arsenal Stadium on March 17, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
**LB: Piero Hincapie – 8/10**
He performed his defensive duties well and had a couple of bright moments going forward.
**CM: Declan Rice – 9/10**
Rice was a positive influence at both ends of the field and deserves credit for getting his name on the scoresheet after the hour mark.
**CM: Martin Zubimendi – 7/10**
He anchored the midfield well and was a good presence on the ball.
**RW: Bukayo Saka – 8/10**
Saka was a real threat in the final third, but there was no goal for him.
**CAM: Eberechi Eze – 8/10**
He managed to shine at times in and around the Leverkusen penalty area and scored the opener with a great strike in the 36th minute.
**LW: Leandro Trossard – 7.5/10**
Trossard was a constant menace in the final third and has got an assist to show for his efforts.
**ST: Viktor Gyokeres – 7/10**
He was a real handful for the opposition defenders, but there was no goal for him.
**Substitutes:**
**CM: Christian Norgaard – 6.5/10**
He added some energy to Arteta’s midfield.
**LW: Gabriel Martinelli – 6/10**
Martinelli made one key chance in the final third.
**ST: Kai Havertz – 6/10**
His impact on the game was minimal.
**RB: Cristhian Mosquera – 6/10**
He was solid at the back.
**LB: Myles Lewis-Skelly – N/A**