Declan Rice took the captain’s armband after Bukayo Saka was substituted, charged down a loose ball and seconds later Arsenal were ahead through Noni Madueke in the 69th minute. Gabriel Martinelli then made it 3-1 seven minutes later, with Bayern Munich cut apart by a through ball and the substitute doing the rest.

Arteta must’ve had a crystal ball with his substitutions in the 68th minute introducing Riccardo Calafiori for the struggling Lewis-Skelly. The Italian immediately delivered a cross on a platter for Noni Madueke to restore the Arsenal lead.

Substitutes make the difference in Champions League blockbuster as Gunners again showcase formidable strength in depth

He has become a more complete player at Bayern, shouldering more creative and defensive duties. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.