Madrid – Arsenal defeated Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu, advancing to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals with a 5-1 aggregate score. This marks only the third time the club has reached this stage. Mikel Arteta’s team won in Spain after their 3-0 first-leg victory, meaning Arsenal reach Champions League semi-final.
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Second Leg Win Confirms Progression
Arsenal controlled the second leg following their strong first-leg showing. Bukayo Saka scored in the 65th minute with a chip shot. Real Madrid equalized two minutes later when Vinicius Junior scored after a William Saliba error. Despite Saka missing an earlier penalty and Real Madrid having a penalty claim denied by VAR, Arsenal secured the win.
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored Arsenal’s second goal in stoppage time during a counterattack. This goal confirmed the 2-1 win and the 5-1 aggregate victory, ensuring Arsenal reach Champions League semi-final. They will now play Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League semi-final. Barcelona faces Inter Milan in the other matchup.
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