The confrontation between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal ended in a positive draw 1-1, in the match that was held at the Metropolitano Stadium, in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, in a match that was characterized by intense competition and excitement until its final minutes.
The lead goal for Arsenal came in the 44th minute via Victor Geukeris from a penalty kick, which gave his team the advantage before the end of the first half.
In the second half, Atletico Madrid was able to come back. In the result, after Julian Alvarez scored the equalizer in the 56th minute from a penalty kick, bringing the confrontation back to its starting point.
The match witnessed a strong tactical struggle between the two sides, with attempts being exchanged without any team being able to resolve the match, so the confrontation ended in a draw, and the decision was left to the return match.
The return match is expected to be held on Tuesday, May 5, at the Emirates Stadium, in a decisive confrontation to determine the finalist of the tournament.