Arsenal, Atlético 1-1 after penalties in Champions semi
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- Arsenal earned a 1‑1 draw at Atlético Madrid after Viktor Gyökeres converted a 44th‑minute penalty, preserving their Champions League campaign ahead of the second leg in London.
- Atlético equalised through Julián Álvarez’s penalty after a Ben White handball, and midfielder Koke warned the team must exploit home support in the return fixture.
- Bayern Munich eliminated Real Madrid on April 1, then fell 5‑4 to Paris Saint‑Germain in the semi‑final, confirming Real’s exit and leaving PSG to contest the final.
Why it matters: Arsenal's 1‑1 draw on April 19 keeps their Champions League hopes alive, preserving their chance at the tournament's prize pool and boosting sponsor exposure, while Real's exit on April 1 eliminates their potential share of the same revenue.
