Arsenal registered a convincing 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last night.
The Gunners dominated proceedings in the opening half and could not break the deadlock.
Eberechi Eze hit the woodwork while Bukayo Saka was denied by a fine save by Jan Oblak.
Arsenal had a second half scare when Julian Alvarez hit the woodwork, but they went on to secure a comfortable victory after four goals in the space of 14 minutes.
Declan Rice played a big part in two of those goals. The England international delivered a fabulous cross from a freekick which paved the way for Gabriel Magalhaes’ opener.
The midfielder’s corner from the right flank paved the way for the Gunners’ fourth goal. Gabriel’s headed flick at the front post was converted by Gyokeres’ at the far post.
Gyokeres and Magalhaes were undoubtedly the standout performers, but Rice had a fantastic outing.
The 26-year-old had 63 touches in the game and completed 98 percent of his passes (45/46). He had a 100 percent long ball accuracy (6/6) and created three chances on the night.
It was almost a flawless performance from Rice.
Barring one moment against Alvarez, Rice had a comfortable evening and avoided a booking which would have seen him suspended for the away trip to Slavia Prague.
In our view, Rice produced his best performance in Europe this season. He was only a second half substitute against Olympiacos where he received a yellow card.
Against Athletic Club, Rice controlled proceedings in the centre of the park, but did not have a direct goal involvement.
