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Why the Arsenal triumph over Real Madrid was one of the brightest moments in their history

Mikel Merino celebrates scoring the third Arsenal goal with (R) Declan Rice
Mikel Merino celebrates scoring the third Arsenal goal with (R) Declan Rice (Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
  • Arsenal defeated Real Madrid 3-0 in a historic Champions League match at the Emirates Stadium.
  • Declan Rice scored two free-kick goals, his first at the senior level, and Mikel Merino added a third.
  • Bukayo Saka delivered a standout performance, repeatedly outmanoeuvering Real Madrid's defence.
  • Arsenal's tactical approach neutralised Real Madrid's usual counter-attacking threat.
  • Despite missing a key striker, Arsenal's intelligent play and Rice's exceptional free kicks secured a commanding victory.
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