Arsenal secured a historic 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu, advancing to their first Champions League semi-final since 2009. A dramatic match featured a saved penalty from Bukayo Saka but saw him redeem himself with a second-half goal. Despite conceding an equalizer from Vinicius Junior, Gabriel Martinelli clinched the win for Arsenal. Manager Mikel Arteta praised the team's performance and expressed the need to build on this success. Declan Rice's excellence stood out, as Arsenal showcased their readiness to compete at the highest level against Europe's elite.
Bukayo Saka's saved early Panenka penalty and Kylian Mbappe's overruled spot-kick ensured the Gunners' progress wasn't without incident - but it was ultimately a win that will send a message to the rest of Europe.
It has been an inspiration for all of us on this competition. The history we have in this competition is so short.
Mentally, these Arsenal players are ready for the big time now. What a statement result and performance by Arsenal.
Mikel Arteta has built this Arsenal team from his mind and his connections with each individual talent.
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