Arsenal Defeats Real Madrid 3-0 in Champions League Quarter-Final

Arsenal delivered a stunning performance in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid, winning 3-0 thanks to two free-kick goals from Declan Rice and one from Mikel Merino. The victory puts Arsenal in a strong position heading into the second leg, although manager Mikel Arteta emphasized that the tie is only at half-time and urged his squad to elevate their game further. Meanwhile, Real Madrid players expressed shock at the defeat, with Jude Bellingham and others vowing to demonstrate their resilience in the return match at Santiago Bernabeu. Despite the heavy loss, there was a sense of determination among the Madrid players to mount a comeback, with Bellingham noting the venue's history of miraculous recoveries. As Arsenal prepares to face Brentford in the Premier League, Arteta faces the challenging task of rotating his squad while maintaining competitive performance. The upcoming match is crucial for both teams, with Arsenal looking to build on their momentum and Madrid aiming to reverse their fortunes.