Arsenal Defeats Real Madrid 2-1, Advances to Champions League Semifinals

Arsenal advanced to the Champions League semi-finals after a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu, completing a 5-1 aggregate win. Bukayo Saka redeemed himself from an early penalty miss by scoring in the second half, with Gabriel Martinelli sealing the result in stoppage time. Despite an equalizer from Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid failed to mount the anticipated comeback, as Arsenal’s defense and midfield, particularly Declan Rice, effectively neutralized Madrid's star attackers. VAR played a significant role, overturning a penalty for each side in the first half. The result marks Arsenal’s first Champions League semi-final appearance in 16 years and stands as a landmark achievement in Mikel Arteta's tenure. Arsenal will now face PSG in the next round, while Real Madrid turn their attention to domestic competitions.