Mikel Arteta's side put down a challenge on Tuesday evening as they dismantled former Champions League finalists Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Emirates View 3 Images Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 4-0 on Tuesday (Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal sent a message on Tuesday evening: Mikel Arteta's side are the real deal . ‌

The Gunners' supremacy from set-pieces has been evident for the past couple of seasons, but this time they took it up a level - on a European evening, outplaying Atlético Madrid at their own game. ‌

In a hostile atmosphere, Arsenal controlled the tempo, frustrated their opponents, and punished them ruthlessly whenever a dead-ball opportunity arose. Declan Rice, in particular, is fast becoming the undisputed master of the free-kick. ‌

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