The England midfielder was among a host of standout performers as the Gunners secured top spot in Group B.

The Gunners topped Group B with a game to spare after they battered their French opponents with six different goalscorers.

Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Martin Odegaard and Jorginho struck.

Wednesday’s key clash in Istanbul began in dream fashion as Alejandro Garnacho’s early effort was followed up by a Bruno Fernandes rocket.

The Red Devils knew defeat in Istanbul would extinguish their hopes of reaching the knockout phase with a game to spare.

Heavy rain has been falling in the city throughout the day and there are concerns over the state of the pitch at Rams Park.

Farrell is taking a break from international rugby but will contine to captain and play for Saracens.

The Switzerland international was at fault for the first of Lois Openda’s two goals, with Ruben Dias caught out for the second.

Shearer joined other former Newcastle players in criticising the decision to award Paris St-Germain a late penalty.

The goalkeeper appeared to sustain a hamstring problem late in Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Manchester City

The 45-year-old becomes Europe’s first repeat captain since Bernard Gallacher performed the role in 1991, 1993 and 1995

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has supported the move following a successful implementation in the grassroots game.

Barcelona are in pole position to qualify from their group

Alexander Isak’s first-half strike took the Magpies to within seconds of victory in Paris.

City trailed 2-0 at half-time but came back to win 3-2.

IFAB board members also supported a proposed trial whereby only the team captain may approach the referee in certain major game situations.

The 26-year-old was injured in a tackle from Aston Villa’s Matty Cash during Sunday’s 2-1 home Premier League defeat.

The Gunners host Lens at the Emirates Stadium knowing a point would secure safe passage into the last 16 while victory will seal top spot in Group B.

The seven-time champion at the Barbican was back in action after withdrawing from the Champion of Champions event in Bolton a fortnight ago.

Woods will compete for the first time since undergoing ankle surgery in April in this week’s Hero World Challenge.