Long gone seem the days off disappointment on the European stage when the Gunners would inevitably lose their grip on the group with a shocking defeat or drab draw the a lowly side from the far side of the continent.
Arsene Wenger and his Arsenal side played host to Bulgarian outfit, Ludogorets on Wednesday night and, I’d imagine, many-a-fan would have taken a dull one or two nil win and the three points that come with that before kick-off, such has been the form in Europe over the past few seasons.
However, that didn’t appear to be enough for a rampant side who ruthlessly dispatched their lesser opposition 6-0 at The Emirates.
Alexis Sanchez, who has excelled in his new role as the No.9 this season, opened the scoring with a perfectly executed chip before a fine finish from Theo Walcott and a third from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain gave the hosts a comfortable lead.
However, it was the antics of a man usually known for racking up the assists than his proficiency in front of goal which will take all the headlines.
Mesut Ozil capped a fine evening under the lights at home with his fist ever Arsenal hat-tricks, and the fans took notice, here are some of the best reactions…
Worth staying up late. That was a goal fiesta. #Arsenal #Mesut #UCL
— DatGirlRoxie (@Coldplayer1206) October 19, 2016
https://twitter.com/zIAaRoNIz/status/788845522148884480
Ozil first career hatricks, Lucas with 2 assist on his debut, 6 – 0 win and top of the group !! What a night !! #Arsenal 💪🏼
— NoMaD (@SyazwanKhairiii) October 19, 2016
An Ozil hat-trick! Night made #COYG #Arsenal
— Chris khamasi (@Chriskhamasi) October 19, 2016
And what a picture this is to sum the night up, priceless…
#ARSENAL pic.twitter.com/H9BB8o30GA
— A (@_Ahadi_96) October 19, 2016