'Incredible!' - Declan Rice makes sensational Arsenal claim after conquering Naples heatwave
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice praised his team's performance and tactical fluidity following a 1-0 Champions League victory over Napoli. Rice highlighted the team's ability to maintain composure during a physically demanding match in extreme heat.
Why it matters
The match marks a successful start to Arsenal's European campaign, showcasing the team's depth and tactical development under challenging conditions.
Declan Rice lauded Arsenal's exceptional fluidity and mental strength after a 1-0 Champions League victory away at Napoli. The England midfielder singled out skipper Martin Odegaard for praise, labelling a stunning 29-pass team goal in blistering heat as incredible.
Declan Rice expressed delight as Arsenal opened their 2026-27 Champions League campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Napoli . Facing temperatures pushing 30 degrees and intense humidity in southern Italy, the Gunners controlled proceedings before finding a 75th-minute breakthrough.
A sublime 29-pass team move culminated in Martin Odegaard striking off the post to maintain Arsenal's perfect five-win start to the season.
The victory also saw Arsenal conquer the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, inflicting a rare home European defeat on the Italian giants.
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