Kenya, April 17 -- In a thrilling UEFA Champions League showdown, Arsenal FC delivered a stunning 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the iconic Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, sending shockwaves through European football.
The Gunners' triumph marked their first win against the Spanish giants on their home turf, showcasing a masterclass in resilience and tactical brilliance.
Arsenal struck early, with Bukayo Saka breaking the deadlock in the 12th minute after a dazzling run through Madrid's defence, slotting the ball past Thibaut Courtois. Real Madrid responded in the second half, as Vinicius Jr equalised in the 53rd minute with a clinical finish.
However, Arsenal's resolve held firm, and substitute Gabriel Jesus sealed the win in the 78th minute, capitalising on a defensive error to fire home the decisive goal.
Manager Mikel Arteta praised his squad's determination, stating, "This is a massive moment for us. To come to the Bernabeu and win shows the character and quality of this team."
Meanwhile, Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged the defeat, noting, "We made mistakes, and Arsenal punished us. They deserved it."
The result leaves Arsenal in a commanding position in their Champions League group, while Real Madrid face pressure to rebound in upcoming matches.
Fans across North London celebrated late into the night, with the victory igniting hopes of a deep run in the competition.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.