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Atlético Madrid and Arsenal play 1-1 draw in Champions League semifinal first leg

Atlético Madrid hosted Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on April 29, 2026, ending in a 1-1 draw. Arsenal dominated the first half and scored first, while Atlético equalized through Julián Álvarez's penalty in the second half. The match was marked by three penalty decisions and VAR reviews, with the final penalty call being overturned, leaving the tie level heading into the second leg at Emirates Stadium.

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CNN analyzes VAR decisions and refereeing controversy as the match's defining narrative; Al Jazeera provides live match coverage and logistics; NY Post focuses on betting odds and prediction value.

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AJAl JazeeraINTERNATIONAL65d ago

“LIVE: Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal – Champions League semifinal”

CNNCNNLEFT65d ago

“Atlético and Arsenal draw 1-1 after defensive battle in the Champions League semifinal first leg”

NYPNY PostRIGHT65d ago

“Atletico Madrid vs. Arsenal prediction: Champions League semifinal odds, picks, best bet”

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