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- 18 naý. 2026 04:31
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Arsenal Advances to Champions League Quarter-Finals After Defeating Bayer Leverkusen
London's Arsenal has clinched a place in the Champions League quarter-finals after defeating Bayer Leverkusen in the return leg of their Round of 16 tie. The crucial match took place at the Emirates Stadium in London.
Match Progression
The first leg of the encounter had ended in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for a tense return fixture. In the second leg, Arsenal asserted dominance early on. At the 36th minute, midfielder Eberechi Eze put the London club ahead with a precise strike from outside the penalty area.
Securing the Victory
Arsenal intensified their control in the second half. Declan Rice extended their lead in the 63rd minute, making the score 2-0. The final aggregate score stood at 3-1 in favor of Arsenal, confirming their advancement.
Next Opponent
Arsenal's next challenge in the quarter-finals has been determined. The London club is set to face Portuguese side Sporting CP. Sporting CP had previously defeated Norwegian team Bodo/Glimt with an aggregate score of 5-3 over two legs.
This information was reported by the Infohub.kz news agency.