Kick Off: Arsenal thrash Real Madrid; Bayern fall at home to Inter Milan

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Match Report

Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Rice scores TWO free-kicks as Gunners crush UCL holders

Declan Rice scored two excellent second-half free-kicks as Arsenal stunned Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals at Emirates Stadium to take a three-goal advantage into the second leg.

Bayern 1-2 Inter: Frattesi nets late winner for crucial first-leg advantage

Inter Milan struck late to put themselves in a strong position to advance into the Champions League semi-finals after winning the first leg of their last-eight tie at Bayern Munich.

These Things Happen

Real Madrid vs Arsenal line-up 'leaked' as bold call made for UCL clash

David Alaba is set to start at left back for Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal at the Emirates on Tuesday night, with Carlo Ancelotti's starting XI supposedly leaked by Spanish media.

Champions League supercomputer predicts new winner and it's bad news for Arsenal

Eight teams remain in the Champions League and all will be vying for glory as the quarter-finals get underway on Tuesday evening. But for now, one side stands above the rest in the quest for European silverware.

Rice the first player to score two direct free kicks in a UCL knockout match

Declan Rice is the first player to score two direct free kick goals in a knockout stage match in the UEFA Champions League. Precision.

Premier League claims fifth UCL spot after Arsenal's big win over Real Madrid

The Premier League is set to be one of two leagues in Europe rewarded with an extra place in the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League after Arsenal beat Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final. 

Courtois warns Real Madrid of Arsenal's set-piece threat

Real Madrid have been putting in extra work on defending set-pieces to prepare for their clash with Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals, says Thibaut Courtois.

Chelsea 'one phone call away' from £64m signing in transfer battle with Man Utd

Chelsea are just 'one call away' from landing star striker Victor Osimhen, according to former midfielder John Obi Mikel. However, the marksman is also on Manchester United's radar.

Arsenal midfielder prioritising Barcelona move this summer

Barcelona have made a habit of bringing in free agents in recent summers, with the likes of Ilkay Gundogan, Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen all arriving from the Premier League in recent years. Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is hoping to be the next one.

'What Arteta has done to dressing room is something I've never seen before'

Mikel Merino has been full of admiration for Mikel Arteta, describing him as a truly unique manager. Since making the switch from Real Sociedad to Arsenal last summer, the 28-year-old has emerged as the Gunners' go-to utility player, filling in seamlessly across midfield and even stepping up as a striker during a season plagued by injuries.

Four Man Utd summer signings would cost £230m as Ferdinand agrees with Neville

Rio Ferdinand has shared his thoughts on whom he would sign this summer if he were in Ruben Amorim's shoes. And his suggestions might make many fans at Manchester United wish the former England defender was part of the board.

Barcelona will open talks with €60m Arsenal target ‘shortly’

Barcelona spent much of last summer pursuing Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, before the Basque winger decided to stay in Bilbao this season. However he has been closely linked with an exit again this summer, and in particular with Arsenal, but the Blaugrana still intend to test the waters with Williams this summer.

Glamorous Real Madrid TV host names England star she’d like to see at LaLiga giants ahead of Arsenal clash

REAL MADRID'S glamorous TV host Maria Arreghini has revealed which England star she would love to head join the La Liga giants.

PSG vs Villa: Emery faces Enrique again after THAT famous 6-1 comeback by Barca

Neymar called it one of the most important goals in Barcelona's history. Sergi Roberto could not sleep after scoring it. The image of the conquering Lionel Messi was everywhere. Many regard it as the Champions League comeback of the century.

Why Real Madrid cannot wear their iconic white kit against Arsenal in the UCL

Real Madrid will not be allowed to wear their famous all-white strip when they take on Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday night.

Man City tracking Morgan Gibbs-White and Florian Wirtz

Manchester City have been tracking Morgan Gibbs-White and Florian Wirtz as they look to add new attacking-midfield players this summer.

Ruben Amorim finalises four-man transfer wishlist ahead of huge Man Utd overhaul

Manchester United have placed Ipswich hotshot Liam Delap at the top of their striker wishlist ahead of the summer transfer window. Ruben Amorim will put his fingerprints firmly on the Red Devils' squad over the course of the next few months, with United set for a bottom-half Premier League finish.

What They Say

Nunes not clever enough to play in midfield, says Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola does not think Matheus Nunes is clever enough to play in midfield and, as a result, wants him to grow into his right-back role.

‘They have no f****** idea’ – Gavi gives deafening response to accusation

Barcelona star Gavi brought about no shortage of smiles in the press room before their clash with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League quarter-final, primarily for his rather blunt manner of responding to his critics. He also had plenty to say on his return from injury, and relationship with manager Hansi Flick.

'I beat Real Madrid with Arsenal – two absolute musts can see Gunners prevail'

Emmanuel Eboue has insisted that Arsenal must go all out in their attack against Real Madrid at the Emirates Stadium, while also maintaining a solid defence against the reigning Champions League holders.

Fixtures Of The Day

Champions League

Barcelona VS Borussia Dortmund  2025/04/09 19:00 UTC

Paris Saint-Germain VS Aston Villa  2025/04/09 19:00 UTC

CONCACAF Champions League  2025/04/10 00:00 UTC