Arsenal came close to becoming the first Champions League side to record eight consecutive victories by a margin of two or more goals. The Gunners have looked assured and confident in the Champions League so far. Before facing Kairat, every Champions League fixture they had played ended in a victory by at least two goals, reinforcing the sense that they were building something special in the competition. As reported by Sky Sports, the Gunners were only seconds away from securing eight consecutive Champions League wins by at least two goals. The victory was sufficient to confirm their qualification for the round of 16 as league winners, which remained the primary objective.