Arsenal and Atlético Madrid played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final match. Both goals were scored from the penalty spot, prompting discussions about the controversial decisions made during the game.
In the post-match press conference, Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta commented on the penalties, stating that similar fouls would not have warranted penalties in the English Premier League. “They would not have been penalties in the Premier League,” Arteta remarked.
The result in Madrid marks a significant achievement for Arsenal, as it extends their unbeaten streak in the European Cup/Champions League to 13 matches, equaling their longest run in the tournament’s history.
Atletico Madrid’s star sustained an injury in the match against Arsenal and was forced to leave the pitch.