Manager Mikel Arteta called the win “very significant” but admitted it was only a stepping stone and not the final destination for his side — a point which was driven home by another lackluster performance in a 1-1 draw with a terribly poor Manchester United side on Sunday.

Following a huge 7-1 victory in last week's first leg, Mikel Arteta's side are all but assured of a Champions League quarter-final tie against one of the Madrid clubs next month. Tonight is simply a case of the Guuners staying professional, avoiding injuries and getting the job done.

Arsenal host PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday in the second leg of this UEFA Champions League last-16 matchup. The visitors need a historic comeback.  The Gunners notched up an emphatic 7-1 away win in the first leg,