Declan Rice's early strike, Kai Havertz's second-half header and Martin Ødegaard's injury time finish were the difference for Arsenal as they saw off Croatian giants Dinamo Zagreb at Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal host Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League needing a win to ensure they're in contention for a top eight finish and that coveted round of 16 bye.

Arsenal enhanced their chances of reaching the Champions League last 16 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Dinamo Zagreb.

Mikel Arteta described Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb tonight as a “massive step” towards securing a place in the Champions League round of 16. The Gunners are all but through after a routine win thanks to goals from Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard.

The second half started ponderously until Gabriel Martinelli (who else) provided the spark. A sudden burst of pace off the touchline took him into space between defenders at the corner of the box, and his cross was inch-perfect for Kai Havertz to nod home.

Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard scored goals as Arsenal cruised into the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League.

Arsenal host Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League this evening with qualification almost within reach.Mikel Arteta’s side will move up to third in the standings with a win at the Emirates and all

Oddly enough, Zagreb’s two wins in the Champions League came on the road — 2-0 over RB Salzburg (with an RB red card) and 4-1 over Slovan Bratislava. They were also mauled by Bayern Munich 9-2 on MD1 and lost 3-0 to Borussia Dortmund at the end of November.