Atlético Madrid v Arsenal: Champions League semi-final, first leg - live
The Guardian • • sports
Key Points:
- Arsenal lead Atletico Madrid 1-0 at halftime thanks to a penalty goal by Viktor Gyokeres in the 44th minute, despite a nervous start.
- Atletico Madrid have dominated the second half so far, with Griezmann hitting the bar and earning a penalty converted by Julian Alvarez to level the score at 1-1 in the 56th minute.
- Arsenal made a triple substitution at the 68th minute, bringing on Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, and Leandro Trossard to refresh their attack amid Atletico's pressure.
- The game has intensified in the second half, with Atletico creating multiple chances and Arsenal struggling to clear dangerous balls, indicating a challenging final 20 minutes ahead.
- Key defensive plays by Arsenal's Rice and Gabriel have helped keep Atletico at bay at times, but the momentum has clearly shifted towards the home side after halftime.
