
Arsenal secured a historic 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu on April 16, 2025, completing a 5-1 aggregate triumph to advance to their first UEFA Champions League semi-final since 2009.
Bukayo Saka opened the scoring in the 65th minute, redeeming himself after an earlier missed penalty.
Vinícius Júnior equalized for Real Madrid just two minutes later, briefly reigniting hopes for the hosts.
Gabriel Martinelli sealed the win for Arsenal with a stoppage-time goal, capitalizing on a counter-attack.
Despite a spirited effort, Real Madrid couldn't overcome the first-leg deficit. Arsenal's disciplined performance and clinical finishing ensured their progression to the semi-finals, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain.