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'We'll enjoy it' - Arteta salutes Arsenal stars despite dull Sporting draw

Mikel Arteta has lauded his Arsenal squad for achieving a feat never before seen in the club’s 140-year history following their Champions League quarter-final progression. Despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Sporting CP, the manager believes that securing a place in the final four will provide a vital psychological lift for the team.

Arsenal FC v Sporting Clube de Portugal - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg

'Show it!' - Henry challenges Arteta to bring the 'fire' against Man City

Thierry Henry has issued a blunt challenge to Mikel Arteta, demanding that Arsenal back up their manager's claims of internal "fire" when they visit Manchester City this weekend. The club legend laughed off the suggestion that the Gunners could secure a result at the Etihad if they repeat the disjointed performances seen in recent outings.

Sporting CP captain slams 'boring' Arsenal after Champions League exit

Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand aimed a pointed dig at Arsenal's tactical approach following his side's Champions League quarter-final exit at the Emirates Stadium. The Danish midfielder expressed his frustration with the lack of rhythm in the contest, suggesting that the Gunners' repetitive set-piece delays resulted in a boring spectacle.

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Gyokeres disappoints as Arsenal sneak into UCL semis

Arsenal set up a Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid with a 0-0 home draw against Sporting CP enough to seal a 1-0 aggregate victory over the Portuguese champions. Kai Havertz's late strike in Lisbon last week proved to be the difference in the tie, with both sides struggling to make much of an impact during a scrappy return encounter at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night.

Sporting Clube de Portugal v Arsenal FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg

Odegaard confirms new Arsenal injury setback

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has confirmed he is facing another period on the sidelines after suffering a fresh injury setback during the club's European campaign. The Norwegian midfielder, who has already endured a stop-start season due to fitness issues, admitted he is "desperate" to return with the Gunners currently navigating a season-defining run of fixtures.

Saka in danger of missing Man City showdown as Arteta delivers update

Mikel Arteta has given an update on Bukayo Saka's battle with an ongoing Achilles injury, leaving the winger in significant danger of missing Arsenal's pivotal title showdown against Manchester City. While the Gunners' boss is hopeful for a return in "days not weeks", Saka will play no part in Wednesday's Champions League clash with Sporting CP.

Arsenal vs Sporting CP: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Champions League match between Arsenal and Sporting CP, as well as kick-off time and team news

Rice among FIVE Arsenal stars to miss training ahead of Sporting clash

Declan Rice was among five players to miss Arsenal's latest training session ahead of their Champions League quarter-final second leg clash with Sporting CP. Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber were also absent after sitting out the weekend defeat to Bournemouth in the Premier League.

UCL Rondo: Can Liverpool create Champions League magic at Anfield?

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are sure to put on a show, but there are plenty of other big matchups to watch in the second legs of the quarterfinals.

Arteta could be sacked by Arsenal, with a replacement already in sight

A major victory has saved the Spanish manager's job.

'Ajax is working hard to sign a top Portuguese talent'

Man City target Sporting captain in summer move

Manchester City are pushing to sign Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand in the summer transfer window. The Premier League giants have already made informal contact with the Portuguese club as sporting director Hugo Viana looks to reunite with the Danish midfielder.

The ideal Champions League line-up: Real Madrid is completely absent, while Barcelona has just one representative

Barcelona and Real Madrid suffered defeats in Spain.

'Barely visible' Gyokeres roasted by Portuguese press after Sporting return

Former Sporting CP frontman Viktor Gyokeres endured a night to forget on his highly anticipated return to Lisbon, as Arsenal secured a narrow advantage in their Champions League quarter-final tie. While the fans at the Estadio Jose Alvalade showed their former hero respect, the Portuguese media were far more clinical in their assessment of the Swede's subdued display.

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PL secures fifth UCL spot again after Arsenal's win at Sporting

The Premier League has officially guaranteed a minimum of five entrants for next season’s Champions League following a decisive set of European results. Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Sporting CP provided the final coefficient points required to ensure England finishes amongst UEFA's top two performing nations for the second year running.

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Five clubs from a single league… the battle for the extra Champions League spot is decided

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Arteta praises 'magic' subs Havertz & Martinelli after Sporting win

Mikel Arteta has hailed the impact of his Arsenal substitutes after Kai Havertz and Gabriel Martinelli combined to secure a dramatic 1-0 victory over Sporting CP. The Gunners looked set for a frustrating night in Lisbon before the duo entered the fray to hand the Premier League side a vital edge in their Champions League quarter-final tie.

Arteta after the European victory: A magical moment decided the match… and a truly exceptional performance

Arteta after the win: The key players made the difference

Havertz hails 'best in world' Raya after Sporting CP heroics

Kai Havertz has labelled David Raya as the best goalkeeper in the world after the Spaniard's heroics kept Arsenal alive in their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Sporting CP. Despite Havertz netting a dramatic late winner in Lisbon, the forward insisted that his teammate remains one of the most underrated players in the game.

Arsenal’s substitutes are the strongest in Europe… and Rice equals Arteta’s historic record

Impressive statistics lead Arsenal to a valuable victory in the Champions League

Havertz: We can win major trophies... and Raya is the best in the world

Havertz is overjoyed after the clash with Sporting Lisbon

Video: Havertz secures a thrilling win for Arsenal against Sporting Lisbon

Arsenal escape a Sporting Lisbon trap thanks to a late goal from Havertz

Kai Havertz secures a last-gasp victory for a lacklustre Arsenal side against Sporting Portugal

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Saka out, Rice back… Arteta announces Arsenal’s line-up against Sporting

The official line-ups for the Champions League match between Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon

Sporting CP squad 'were happy' Gyokeres left for Arsenal

Ahead of a highly anticipated Champions League quarter-final clash, Maxi Araujo has clarified that Sporting CP hold no resentment towards Viktor Gyokeres following his summer transfer to Arsenal. The winger emphasised that the entire squad were actually delighted for their former teammate, viewing his move to London as a well-deserved reward for his incredible efforts.

Frequently asked questions

: Apart from the UEFA Champions League final, you cannot buy tickets for Champions League directly through UEFA themselves. Instead, they are sold club-by-club among the teams competing in this year's edition. You must visit the individual club’s website for the fixture you want to attend and buy your seat from there. Capacity is always limited for these Champions League knockout matches and demand often exceeds available allocation.
: In addition, fans can purchase seats on the secondary market. StubHub is one of the leading retailers for those seeking to buy tickets through alternative channels. StubHub is a legitimate merchant in the ticket resale marketplace and a safe place for fans to buy tickets. StubHub's website guarantees that you will get tickets in time for the event you are attending and a valid ticket for entry.
: The Allianz Arena in Munich (known as the Munich Football Arena for UEFA competition purposes) is staging this year’s Champions League Final on Saturday, May 31 at 8 pm (GMT). It was opened in 2005 and has a 70,000 seating capacity for international matches and 75,000 for domestic matches. It is the second-largest stadium in Germany behind the Westfalenstadion in Dortmund.

As well as being the home of Germany’s Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich, the Munich venue hosted a number of games during the 2006 FIFA World Cup and last year’s Euro 2024 Finals. The one and only previous UEFA Champions League Final to be played at the Allianz Arena was the 2012 Final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Despite having a strong home backing, Bayern failed to land the prize as Chelsea led by Roberto Di Matteo would come out on top after a nailbiting penalty shootout.

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