Atletico Madrid and Arsenal Draw 1-1 in Champions League Semifinal First Leg
Atlético and Arsenal trade penalties in 1st-leg dr...
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Atletico Madrid and Arsenal played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal in Madrid. Viktor Gyökeres scored for Arsenal from the penalty spot, while Julian Alvarez equalized for Atletico with another penalty, setting up a tense second leg in London.
- 01Viktor Gyökeres scored for Arsenal from the penalty spot in the 44th minute.
- 02Julian Alvarez equalized for Atletico Madrid with a penalty in the 56th minute.
- 03Arsenal had a second penalty opportunity denied by VAR late in the match.
- 04The match featured intense moments and strong performances from both teams.
- 05The second leg will take place in London, with everything to play for.
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In a gripping Champions League semifinal first leg, Atletico Madrid and Arsenal ended in a 1-1 draw at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid. Arsenal took the lead just before half-time when Viktor Gyökeres converted a penalty after being fouled by David Hancko. However, Julian Alvarez equalized for Atletico with a penalty of his own in the 56th minute after a VAR review overturned the referee's initial decision. The match saw Arsenal denied a second penalty late on, maintaining the suspense for the second leg in London. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the final, aiming for their first European title.
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