Arsenal secured a impressive 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabeu, advancing to the Champions League semifinals with a 5-1 aggregate win. VAR's influence was significant, as it reversed one penalty decision for Madrid, while Arsenal's Bukayo Saka missed another. Arsenal initially took the lead in the 65th minute and despite a brief equalizer from Vinicius Junior, Gabriel Martinelli sealed the victory with a late goal. This marks Arsenal's first semifinal appearance since 2009, where they are set to face Paris Saint-Germain next.
Real Madrid's Champions League defence ends with a tame 2-1 defeat in Spain by Arsenal, who claim a 5-1 aggregate win, highlighting Arsenal's resurgence.
There was no historic comeback for Madrid this time. No late goals, no high drama, no magic at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
Arsenal advanced 5-1 on aggregate after a 3-0 first-leg win at home, facing PSG in the semifinals, marking a significant milestone.
VAR played a key role in both penalty decisions, significantly impacting the match's outcome, including an overturned penalty for a hold on Kylian Mbappe.
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