Why Eberechi Eze, Arsenal Had Penalty Overturned vs. Atletico Madrid Arsenal’s Champions League semifinal against Atlético Madrid was a tale of three penalties; two scored, one overturned. Sports Illustrated · Apr 30
Ben White and Diego Simeone involved in clash after walking over Atletico Madrid badge It is considered disrespectful in Spain to step on club badges near the side of the pitch The Independent UK · Apr 30
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta disagrees with Martin Keown over Diego Simeone after Atletico draw Former Gunners man, along with Steven Gerrard and Steve McManaman, were appalled by what they saw Evening Standard · Apr 30
Three Clubs Julian Alvarez Could Join This Summer—One Is Most Realistic The Argentina international had a big transfer in 2024 and might be on the move again. Sports Illustrated · Apr 30
Thursday’s briefing: A tale of three penalties as Arsenal draw in Madrid Liverpool expect Mohamed Salah to return to action before he leaves the club in the summer. The Independent UK · Apr 30
How Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid Love Affair Ended With Ronaldo, Benzema, Casillas Insults The “Special One” has been tipped for a return to the Bernabéu this summer. Sports Illustrated · Apr 30
Supercomputer Predicts Champions League Winner After Seismic Semifinal First Legs The road to Budapest is nearing an end for two of the four teams left in the competition. Sports Illustrated · Apr 30
Julian Alvarez set for tests as Diego Simeone issues injury update ahead of Arsenal showdown Argentine forward had to be substituted late in the second half Evening Standard · Apr 29
Transfer Rumors: Liverpool Prepare $93 Million Nico Williams Bid; Arsenal Target Real Madrid Star Vitinha, Julián Alvarez, Rafael Leão and Robert Lewandowski and all feature in the gossip. Sports Illustrated · Apr 29
Diego Simeone can breathe again as fortune favours Atlético at last Atlético’s manic man in black is the personification of the club’s longing to be back in the Champions League final The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
How to Watch LAFC vs. Toluca on TV, Live Stream: Concacaf Champions Cup The MLS and Liga MX juggernauts will meet in the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals. Sports Illustrated · Apr 29
Arteta left ‘incredibly fuming’ after VAR denies Arsenal penalty against Atlético Mikel Arteta was furious that Arsenal were denied a penalty that could have given them a lead over Atlético Madrid after the first leg of the Champions League semi-final The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
Watch: Ben White confronts Diego Simeone amid heated tunnel bust-up after Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal Tempers boiled over after the final whistle Evening Standard · Apr 29
Mikel Arteta ‘incredibly fuming’ at overturned penalty decision in Arsenal draw A spot-kick was awarded when Eberechi Eze was sent tumbling by David Hancko’s outstretched right leg but VAR intervened. The Independent UK · Apr 29
Sports Illustrated · Apr 29 Four Takeaways From Arsenal’s Shaky Yet Valuable Draw Against Atletico Madrid The Gunners escaped Spain’s capital with a result that puts them in fine shape to reach the Champions League final.
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Diego Simeone criticised for ‘atrocious’ behaviour during controversial VAR decision The Atletico Madrid manager was once again at the centre of things as his side benefitted from two controversial VAR calls in the draw with Arsenal
Evening Standard · Apr 29 Arsenal: Furious Mikel Arteta hits out at 'unacceptable' penalty decision in Champions League semi-final Danny Makkelie watched the incident 13 times being overturning the penalty decision
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal: 5 things we learned from tense and testing Champions League draw in Madrid Atletico Madrid 1-1 Arsenal: Both sides scored penalties in a tense game at the Metropolitano, but it’s the Gunners who will head into the second leg as favourites to book a place in the final
Sports Illustrated · Apr 29 The Winners, Losers From Jose Mourinho’s Potential Real Madrid Return Some of the biggest names in soccer could be in for a major wake-up call if the Portuguese boss returns to the Bernabéu.
The Independent UK · Apr 29 The decisions, penalties and controversies that defined Arsenal’s draw with Atletico Three huge penalty decisions affected the Champions League semi-final clash with VAR the biggest talking point of the post-match reaction
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Mikel Arteta has a clear message to send after Arsenal’s incident-filled draw with Atletico Madrid Atletico Madrid 1-1 Arsenal: The Gunners will need to rise to challenge once more in the second leg to ensure their reach the European showpiece
Evening Standard · Apr 29 Three things we learned from Arsenal draw as Gunners hard done by double penalty farce A midfield tweaks adds to a largely impressive night for Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final first leg
Evening Standard · Apr 29 Arsenal penalty decision explained as Champions League spot-kick controversially overruled Gunners saw a controversial spot-kick overruled on a tense night in Madrid
Sports Illustrated · Apr 29 Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Atletico Madrid: Advantage Gunners After Semifinal Stalemate Arsenal are just about in the driver’s seat after their 1–1 draw at Atlético Madrid.
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners draw in hard-fought first leg of Champions League semi-final Atletico Madrid 1-1 Arsenal: Penalties from Viktor Gyokeres and Julian Alvarez meant the first leg ended in a draw at the Metropolitano