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April 29, 2026

Madness in Madrid, Atletico and Arsenal score from penalties, the decision about the finalist falls in London

Atletico Madrid and Arsenal footballers drew in the first match of the Champions League semi-finals - 1:1

Madness in Madrid, Atletico and Arsenal score from penalties, the decision about the finalist falls in London

TL;DR

  • The Champions League semi-final first leg between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal ended 1-1.
  • Both goals were scored from penalty kicks.
  • Viktor Djekeres scored Arsenal's goal from the penalty spot in the 44th minute.
  • Julian Alvarez equalized for Atletico Madrid with a penalty in the 56th minute.
  • A potential third penalty for Arsenal in the 78th minute was disallowed after a VAR review.
  • Atletico Madrid hit the crossbar through Antoine Griezmann.
  • Ademola Lookman missed a significant chance for Atletico.
  • The second leg will be played in London, with Arsenal hosting.

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