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Now all that’s left is to decide who will advance from Bayern vs PSG.
After the 1-1 draw in Madrid, Arsenal and Atlético de Madrid faced off again this Tuesday (5).
And it was the unbeaten English side that secured its place in the final on the 30th of this month at the Puskás Arena in Budapest.
They won 1-0 thanks to a goal from Saka, playing in front of their home fans at the Emirates Stadium.
And they head to the final after topping the league phase and conceding just six goals in fourteen matches.
They will chase their long-awaited first UCL title after finishing runners-up in the 2005/06 edition to Ronaldinho Gaúcho, Eto'o and Deco’s Barcelona.
It took 20 years of waiting to reach another final.
And it came in a special season, as they are close to ending their Premier League title drought.
No shots on target until…
Atleti were doing well to contain the momentum of an Arsenal side controlling the game, but without space to create real danger.
The Gunners looked more threatening down the right thanks to the presence of the heavily involved Ben White and Saka.
Then the greater persistence from Arteta’s men resulted in a goal in the 45th minute, when Saka pounced on the rebound from Trossard’s attempt.
It was the first shot on target of the game.
He now has nine goals and five assists in 14 Champions League games for Arsenal.
The Colchonero side, overflowing with competence without the ball, failed to produce counterattacks that would make Raya work — or at least be noticed — before the break.
Attempts
With no alternative, Atleti came back well for the second half.
Including Giuliano Simeone being denied.
And appeals for a possible penalty on Griezmann.
Simeone Sr. made three changes at once — and was followed by his counterpart Arteta.
Gyökeres had a great chance to all but seal qualification in the 66th minute, but failed to take it.
The changes did not have the desired effect for Atleti.
Who battled and battled against a clock that was becoming more and more of an opponent.
And they were unable to force extra time.
The celebration belongs to Arsenal.
🤔 Who will advance from the other side?
After the insane 5-4 win in Paris, reigning champions PSG have the advantage of playing for a draw against six-time Champions League winners Bayern.
A one-goal victory for the Bavarian side will force extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout.
Kane, Luis Díaz, Olise & Co. will only go through in regulation if they win by at least two goals.
Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday (6) at the Allianz Arena.
Who do you think will complete the final? Have your say!
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
