Mikel Arteta proud of Arsenal’s ‘hunger’ after win over Inter Milan

Arsenal are now certain of finishing the 36-team Champions League group either first or second which means home advantage for the second legs of their knockout games.

Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal’s mentality (Fabrizio Carabelli/PA)

Mikel Arteta hailed the “hunger, desire and ambition” of his Arsenal players after they secured their place in the Champions League last 16 with a statement 3-1 victory against Inter Milan at San Siro.

Gabriel Jesus, making his first European start in 405 days, sent Arsenal on the way to their seventh straight victory in this season’s competition when he scored in the 10th minute.