Timber Credits Team Effort After Arsenal’s Champions League Victory

Arsenal’s defender, Jurrien Timber, emphasizes that the triumph over Athletic Bilbao was the result of collective teamwork.

Match Overview

The Gunners secured a 2-0 victory in their Champions League debut at San Mames, with Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard finding the net.

Timber’s Reflections

Timber stated, “It’s not just about the defense—David (Raya) played a crucial role, as did the entire team. The effort we put in while defending was superb. The standards are remarkably high, which is wonderful to witness. I feel privileged to be a part of this.”

He continued, “As we saw last year, every point is vital. Starting with three points here is remarkable. We now need to recover because we face another significant match on Sunday at our home ground.”

The Impact of Substitute Players

Regarding the performances of Martinelli and Trossard, Timber remarked, “We possess a deep and talented squad, allowing players to make impactful contributions when they come on. This depth will benefit us throughout the season.”

He added, “Achieving our first Champions League victory is crucial. Winning away is never easy, as shown by the challenge we faced today. I must commend Martinelli and Trossard for their outstanding performances.”