Raya's Brilliance and Havertz's Late Goal Propel Arsenal into Champions League Semis

Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Sporting CP in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

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The result ended a run of consecutive losses for the Gunners.

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David Raya made several vital saves to keep a clean sheet in his 30th birthday match.

Havertz described Raya as the best keeper in the world.

Arsenal will host the second leg with a one-goal advantage.

Raya tipped a blistering effort onto the crossbar in the 6th minute.

Arsenal's Madueke rattled the woodwork nine minutes later.

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Raya made vital saves from Catamo and Suarez late on.

His calmness and authority provided a foundation for Arsenal.

Arteta's substitutions proved decisive.

“David Raya is the best goalkeeper in the world”

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Havertz replaced Odegaard and Martinelli came on for Trossard.

The tactical shift injected attacking quality.

16-year-old Max Dowman became the youngest-ever quarter-final player.

Arteta hailed the result as a big moment.

The victory provided a timely boost for Arsenal.

Sporting were unbeaten in their past 23 league games.

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Arsenal controlled much of the game but struggled to create clear chances.

The win hinged on resilience, defensive solidity, and seizing a late opportunity.