Arsenal has secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League after defeating Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Gatekeepers News reports that this victory marks a double over the Galacticos, following their 3-0 win at the Emirates Stadium last week.
The match began with Arsenal earning a penalty opportunity when Mikel Merino was fouled inside the goal area. However, Bukayo Saka’s panenka effort was saved by Thibaut Courtois. The Gunners eventually drew first blood in the second half when Merino’s pass found Saka behind Madrid’s defense line, and he delicately chipped the ball over Courtois.
Vinicius Junior pulled one back for Real Madrid, but Arsenal sealed their win with a late goal from Gabriel Martinelli, finishing off an exciting counterattack. This victory books Arsenal’s spot in the semi-finals, where they’ll face Paris Saint-Germain.
In the other semi-final match, Inter Milan will take on Barcelona after qualifying with a 4-3 aggregate win over Bayern Munich. Inter Milan secured their spot with a 2-2 draw at the San Siro.
