Arsenal player ratings v Lens as one scores 9/10 and many 8s in 6-0 Champions League thrashing

Arsenal secured their spot in the Champions League knockout stage as group leaders with a dominant performance against Lens at Emirates Stadium. In a remarkable first-half showing, the Gunners netted five goals, marking an impressive return to the competition after a seven-year absence.

Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Martin Odegaard all found the back of the net, while Jorginho sealed the victory with a late penalty.

Joining Arsenal in advancing from Group B is PSV Eindhoven, while Lens are eliminated from the competition.

Check out our player ratings from Arsenal's thrashing of the French side:

David Raya - A comfortable day at the office for the Spaniard. 7.

Takehiro Tomiyasu - Solid defensive performance and provided support going forward. 8.

William Saliba - Dominant in aerial duels and composed in defence. 8.

Gabriel - Solid defensive display and contributed to the team's clean sheet. 8.

Oleksandr Zinchenko - Offered width in attack and remained defensively sound. 8.

Declan Rice - Controlled the midfield, breaking up opposition plays effectively. 9.

Kai Havertz - Continued his goalscoring form and got into great positions; influential throughout. 8.

Martin Odegaard - Scored a goal and orchestrated the team's attacks effectively. 8.

Bukayo Saka - Caused problems for the Lens defence with his pace and skills. Scored an excellent goal. 9.

Gabriel Martinelli - Sumptuous finish was a constant threat with his movement and work rate. 8.

Gabriel Jesus - Back on the scoresheet and linked up play well in the attacking third. 8.

Substitutes:

Ben White - Provided defensive stability after coming on. 7.

Jakub Kiwior - Contributed to maintaining control in defence. 7.

Jorginho - Scored from the penalty spot and added composure to the midfield. 8.

Reiss Nelson - Injected energy into the attack and created problems for the Lens defence 7.

Eddie Nketiah - Showed intent and added pressure on the opposition. 7.