In a remarkable UEFA Champions League quarter-final, Arsenal achieved a historic milestone by defeating Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu. This victory follows their 3-0 triumph at the Emirates Stadium, culminating in a 5-1 aggregate win. Notably, Arsenal becomes the first team to win their first two matches against Real Madrid at the Bernabéu .
Goals from Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli secured the away victory, with Saka redeeming himself after an earlier missed penalty . This win marks Arsenal’s first semi-final appearance in Europe’s premier competition in 16 years, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain.
Manager Mikel Arteta praised his team’s performance, highlighting their resilience and tactical discipline. He also revealed a pre-match conversation with Pep Guardiola, acknowledging the influence of his former mentor on his managerial approach .
Arsenal’s historic victories over Real Madrid underscore their evolution into a formidable European force, igniting hopes of clinching their first-ever Champions League title….CONTINUE READING
