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April 29, 2026

Madness in Madrid, Atletico and Arsenal score one goal each from penalties, the decision on the finalist will be made in London

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

Madness in Madrid, Atletico and Arsenal score one goal each from penalties, the decision on the finalist will be made in London

TL;DR

  • The first leg of the Champions League semi-final between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal finished 1-1.
  • Both goals were scored from penalty kicks.
  • Arsenal took the lead in the 44th minute through Viktor Džkereš.
  • Julián Álvarez equalized for Atletico from the penalty spot in the 56th minute.
  • A penalty awarded to Arsenal in the 78th minute was disallowed after a VAR review.
  • Atletico hit the crossbar and missed a clear chance during the match.
  • The second leg will be played in London.
  • Atletico's Pablo Barrios is injured and will miss both matches.
  • Atletico last reached the Champions League final in 2016; Arsenal in 2006.

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