Arsenal reached the 2026 Champions League final after a 1-0 victory over Atlético Madrid in the second leg of their semi-final at the Emirates Stadium.
The first leg at the Wanda Metropolitano in the Spanish capital had ended in a 1-1 draw, and with the Gunners’ win in the return leg, they progressed to the final with a 2-1 aggregate score.
Arsenal dominated the first half, but Atlético Madrid’s resolute defense held firm until the final minute.
Leandro Trossard unleashed a powerful shot that was parried by goalkeeper Jan Oblak, but unfortunately for him, the rebound fell to Bukayo Saka, who immediately volleyed it into the back of the net.
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Despite Atlético’s efforts in the second half, Arsenal managed to keep a clean sheet, securing their place in the Champions League final for the first time since 2006.
Arsenal will face the winner of the Paris Saint-Germain vs. Bayern Munich match in the final, scheduled for May 30 at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.
Arsenal’s chances of a historic double remain alive, as Mikel Arteta’s team leads the Premier League by five points over Manchester City with three matches remaining.
