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www.newsnow.comDirect answer: Arsenal beat Sporting CP 0-0 in the second leg (1-0 on aggregate) to advance to the Champions League semi-finals.
Context and highlights:
- The Emirates hosted the second leg; Arsenal held a 1-0 lead from the first leg in Lisbon, and the goalless draw was enough to progress.[2][4]
- Arsenal’s defense and goalkeeper David Raya were under pressure at times, but the Gunners managed to keep Sporting at bay and advance to a consecutive CL semi-final, a first in club history for back-to-back semis.[4][2]
- Notable moments included Martinelli earning Player of the Match in the first leg, and Sporting hitting the post in the second leg via Geny Catamo, with Arsenal narrowly holding on to their aggregate lead.[1][4]
What’s next:
- Arsenal will face one of the other quarter-final winners in the CL semi-finals (the exact opponent depends on the other ties; the common report listed Atlético Madrid as a potential opponent in the semi on several outlets).[1][2]
- They’ll shift focus to domestic matters, including Premier League fixtures, as they chase the title while maintaining their European run.[5][1]
Illustration:
- In the decisive second leg, Arsenal protected a slim advantage and closed out the tie with a disciplined display, illustrating a successful away-ground performance translated into home-leg efficiency.[2]
Sources:
- Sky Sports match report: Arsenal 0-0 Sporting (agg 1-0) and progression to CL semi-finals.[1]
- The Independent live updates: Arsenal 0-0 Sporting CP (agg 1-0), Gunners secure semi-final spot.[2]
- Standard: Additional live updates and team news context for the second leg.[3]
- Sky Sports live commentary recap for the first leg, including Havertz’s late winner in Lisbon and the second-leg context.[4]