Arsenal’s recent victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League has been a major talking point.
After an impressive 3-0 win at the Emirates, the Gunners made their way to Madrid, knowing that they were on the verge of reaching the semi-finals for the first time since 2009.
A Thrilling Encounter in Madrid
The match itself was full of drama.
Bukayo Saka missed a penalty, and VAR overturned a penalty awarded to Real Madrid.
The first half ended with the two teams locked in a draw.
But things quickly changed in the second half.
Saka’s Redemption and Martinelli’s Last-Minute Heroics
Saka redeemed himself by scoring a brilliant goal to put Arsenal ahead.
However, Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior responded swiftly, leveling the score.
But the true hero of the match came in the 92nd minute when Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal, sealing a 5-1 aggregate victory for Arsenal.
A Joyous Celebration in Madrid
After the match, Arteta shared the team’s celebration with Sky Sports, saying, “We had a wonderful dinner in Madrid after the game.
“There were plenty of happy faces, positive energy, and families around. It was truly a beautiful evening.”
Shifting Focus to the Premier League
Despite the Champions League victory, Arteta quickly shifted his focus to the Premier League.
“The next morning, we were ready for the Premier League again, preparing for Ipswich and the tough match ahead,” he explained.
The Title Race: Arsenal’s Determination
Currently, Arsenal sits 13 points behind Liverpool, who could clinch the Premier League title on Sunday if the Gunners lose to Ipswich and Liverpool defeats Leicester.
But Arteta isn’t ready to hand over the title just yet. “We’ve been talking about extending the race,” he said.
“We’re focused on delaying it as long as possible. That’s our goal for Sunday.”
Looking Ahead: PSG in the Semi-Finals
Arsenal’s next big challenge comes in the Champions League semi-finals, where they’ll face Paris Saint-Germain, who triumphed over Aston Villa with a 5-4 aggregate score.
The first leg will be held at the Emirates on Tuesday, April 29, and fans are eager to see if their team can deliver another stunning performance like the one against Real Madrid.
What comes next for Arsenal? The excitement continues, both in Europe and in the Premier League.