Arsenal defeats Real Madrid 3-0 in Champions League quarter-final

Arsenal achieved a remarkable 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals at Emirates Stadium, with Declan Rice scoring two spectacular free-kicks and Mikel Merino adding a third goal. The victory marked a historic moment for Arsenal, boosting their hopes of advancing to the semi-finals for the first time since 2009, while placing Real Madrid in a difficult position ahead of the second leg at the Bernabeu. Despite a scoreless first half, Arsenal showcased their superiority in the second half, dominating the match with intelligent gameplay and relentless pressure. The loss for Madrid not only complicates their title defense but also leaves them needing a significant comeback to avoid elimination. This match highlighted Arsenal's potential and ambition under Mikel Arteta, as they aim for their first Champions League trophy. The match's intensity culminated in Eduardo Camavinga's late red card for Madrid, further sealing their fate in this encounter.