Arsenal, Inter Win; Real Madrid Face Challenges

Real Madrid, after suffering two recent defeats, face a crucial La Liga match against Alaves while also needing a remarkable comeback in their Champions League tie against Arsenal. Arsenal dominated the first leg with a 3-0 victory, largely thanks to Declan Rice's two stunning free-kicks, marking his first career goals from direct free-kicks, and a smart finish from Mikel Merino. Real Madrid's manager, Carlo Ancelotti, criticized his team's mental attitude during the match and highlighted the need for significant improvements ahead of the second leg. Meanwhile, Arsenal's victory at the Emirates Stadium, a long-anticipated moment since the stadium's construction, showcased their potential to compete at the highest levels. As Real Madrid prepares to face Alaves, they are also strategizing to overturn their deficit against Arsenal in the return leg. Barcelona fans, on the other hand, are excited about their own Champions League prospects, as Hansi Flick includes promising talent Fermin Lopez in their lineup against Dortmund.