Arsenal could extend their lead atop the Champions League table as they visit Belgian side Club Brugge on Wednesday.

The Gunners are reeling after Saturday’s defeat by Aston Villa , sealed by way of Emiliano Buendia’s 95th-minute winner.

For Mikel Arteta ’s side, it was the first defeat since August and just the second of the season, though Arsenal’s UCL record remains spotless after wins over Bayern Munich, Slavia Prague, Atletico Madrid, Olympiacos, and Athletic Club.

They are the only side yet to have dropped points in the competition, but will have to overcome a handful of first-team injuries if they are to extend that form.

Qualifiers Club Brugge, meanwhile, are fighting for survival. They put nine goals past Rangers to reach the league phase, but now sit just outside the

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