The stage is set for one of the most anticipated clashes in this year’s UEFA Champions League – Real Madrid vs Arsenal. With both teams bringing strong form into this quarter-final second leg, fans worldwide are buzzing with predictions and expectations.
In the first leg, Arsenal shocked the footballing world with a 3-0 victory at the Emirates, putting them in a commanding position. However, with Real Madrid’s historic comeback ability, tonight’s match is far from a formality.
Let’s look at how these teams have performed against each other historically:
- Games Played: 4 (before tonight)
- Arsenal Wins: 2
- Real Madrid Wins: 0
- Draws: 2
- Goals Scored by Arsenal: 5
- Goals Scored by Real Madrid: 0
Arsenal has never conceded a goal against Real Madrid in competitive fixtures – a stat the Spanish side will be desperate to break tonight.
Kickoff: The referee gets us underway at a packed Bernabéu!
15′ – Real Madrid pushing high early. Bellingham with a curling shot just wide.
30′ – Arsenal defending deep, soaking up pressure. Raya looks sharp between the posts.
45′ – Halftime: 0-0. Madrid has had more possession, but Arsenal is keeping shape well.
70′ – Huge save by Raya! Keeps Arsenal’s clean sheet alive. Madrid getting frustrated.
FT: Real Madrid 0-0 Arsenal (Aggregate: 0-3)
The Gunners are through to the semi-finals!
Before the match kicked off, we asked: Who do you think will win this tie overall?
Arsenal
Real Madrid
Draw + Arsenal Advance
Madrid Comeback?
Let us know in the comments!
Arsenal delivered a defensive masterclass and held strong against a wave of Madrid attacks. With this result, they book a place in the semi-finals for the first time since 2006.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, will look back at missed chances and a tough first-leg defeat that ultimately sealed their fate.