Arsenal ’s win over Bayern Munich in the Champions League was a triumph over “the best team in Europe”, according to manager Mikel Arteta .

The Gunners followed up their north London derby thrashing of Tottenham with another statement victory on Wednesday night as they beat their German counterparts 3-1 at the Emirates Stadium thanks to goals from Jurrien Timber, Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli.

Victory over a Bayern team previously perfect in Europe this term saw Arsenal take a three-point lead at the top of the table in the 36-team league phase of the Champions League.

Bayern lead the Bundesliga by six points - the same margin as Arsenal’s current advantage at the Premier League summit - but were well beaten on the night, despite Arteta claiming he believes that Vincent

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