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Saka sends Arsenal past Atletico into Champions League final

Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 at home to seal a 2-1 aggregate victory in the Champions League semi-final, advancing to the final. Bukayo Saka scored a first-half tap-in as Arsenal kept their ninth clean sheet in this season's competition.

Why It Matters

Arsenal reach the Champions League final for the second time in their history, highlighting a key milestone in the club's European ambitions.

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Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 to seal 2-1 aggregate and reach the final

May 5, 2026

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory at home in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final, guaranteeing a 2-1 aggregate win over Atletico Madrid and advancing to the final. Captain Bukayo Saka scored a tap-in just before halftime, and Arsenal maintained a ninth clean sheet in this season's competition.