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Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid to secure a spot in the Champions League final, their first appearance in the final in two decades. They will face either Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain.
During Atlético Madrid's second-half surge against Arsenal, VAR intervened twice to check potential penalties. A foul on Pubill was deemed to have prevented a clear penalty on Griezmann, while a separate incident involving Giuliano was also reviewed.
Julián Alvarez lasted only 66 minutes in the second leg against Arsenal after aggravating an ankle injury suffered in the first leg. The Atlético Madrid forward was forced to play but eventually succumbed to the knock.
Mikel Arteta praised his squad and supporters after Arsenal's 2-1 aggregate win over Atletico Madrid, securing a spot in the Champions League final.
Mikel Arteta paid tribute to players and fans after Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 on aggregate to reach their first Champions League final in two decades, calling it 'history created together.'
Atletico Madrid's Giuliano Simeone opened up about his shooting struggles following the team's 1-0 Champions League defeat to Arsenal, citing instability while striking the ball.
In the Champions League semi-final, Mikel Arteta made a bold choice in midfield by pairing Declan Rice with an unexpected partner, a move that paid off for Arsenal against Atletico Madrid.
Declan Rice admits Mikel Arteta has been tough on an Arsenal star behind the scenes, as his midfield partner changed in the Champions League semi-final vs
Wayne Rooney criticizes Arsenal's celebrations after their 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid that secured a Champions League final spot, deeming them premature.
Wayne Rooney criticized Arsenal's celebrations following their 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid that secured a spot in the Champions League final.
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone downplays referee favoritism after Champions League semifinal loss, instead pointing to Arsenal's economic superiority as key factor.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice revealed that from the moment his team took a 1-0 lead against Atlético Madrid, he knew they would win and secure a second Champions League final appearance in club history.
Antoine Griezmann played his final Champions League match against Arsenal, signaling the end of an era as he prepares to leave Atlético Madrid for Orlando City in MLS, where a new chapter awaits.
Bukayo Saka made history as the first Arsenal player to score in two Champions League semi-final matches, helping the Gunners defeat Atlético Madrid and reach the final after a 20-year absence.
Arsenal faced Atlético Madrid in a preseason friendly where Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice were the standout performers. Read full player ratings and match analysis here.
Arsenal's 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid locks them into the final, leaving Spain's extra Champions League spot reliant on Rayo Vallecano's coefficient performances. Germany still has Bayern Munich and Freiburg in contention.
Antoine Griezmann likely played his final European match for Atlético Madrid in a Champions League semifinal loss to Arsenal. The club's supporters honored the French forward with a heartfelt tribute, marking the end of an era.
Atlético Madrid's Champions League dream ends in heartbreak after a contentious penalty decision in a 1-0 loss to Arsenal. The incident sparks outrage, with sources claiming the moment will be discussed for decades.
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 (2-1 aggregate) to reach the UEFA Champions League final, with Bukayo Saka scoring the decisive first-half goal.
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 (2-1 on aggregate) to secure their place in the Champions League final. Bukayo Saka scored the decisive first-half goal to send the Gunners through.