UEFA Champions League Semi-finals
Atletico Madrid 1 - 1 FT Arsenal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
V. Gyokeres 44'
HT
46' ↓ G. Simeone ↑R. Le Normand
56' J. Alvarez
↓ M. Odegaard ↑E. Eze 58'
↓ G. Martinelli ↑L. Trossard 68'
↓ N. Madueke ↑B. Saka 68'
↓ V. Gyokeres ↑Gabriel Jesus 69'
77' ↓ J. Alvarez ↑A. Baena
78' D. Hancko
↓ B. White ↑C. Mosquera 86'
88' ↓ J. Cardoso ↑N. Molina
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Atletico Madrid
Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Marcos Llorente 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Marc Pubill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dávid Hancko 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Matteo Ruggeri 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Giuliano Simeone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Koke 
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
69
Passes
4
Duels
Johnny Cardoso
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ademola Lookman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Antoine Griezmann
MAGNET
54
Activity
54
Activity
48
Passes
6
Duels
Julián Alvarez 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.3
Rating
BENCH
Juan Musso 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Salvi Esquivel
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Robin Le Normand
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clément Lenglet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nahuel Molina
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Javier Boñar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julio Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Baena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago Almada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obed Vargas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Sørloth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arsenal
Goalkeepers
David Raya
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ben White
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.2
Rating
William Saliba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Magalhães 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
0
Tackles
Piero Hincapié 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Martin Ødegaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Declan Rice
MAGNET
89
Activity
89
Activity
87
Passes
2
Duels
Martín Zubimendi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Noni Madueke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Viktor Gyökeres 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Gabriel Martinelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
BENCH
Kepa Arrizabalaga
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tommy Setford
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Cristhian Mosquera
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Riccardo Calafiori
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Myles Lewis-Skelly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marli Salmon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eberechi Eze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Nørgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Max Dowman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bukayo Saka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leandro Trossard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Jesus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2026 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 1 | Arsenal | UEFA Champions League | Metropolitano Stadium |
| 10/21/2025 | Arsenal | 4 - 0 | Atletico Madrid | UEFA Champions League | Emirates Stadium |
| 07/26/2018 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 1 | Arsenal | International Champions Cup | The National Stadium (Singapore) |
| 05/03/2018 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 0 | Arsenal | UEFA Europa League | Estadio Wanda Metropolitano (Madrid) |
| 04/26/2018 | Arsenal | 1 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | UEFA Europa League | Emirates Stadium (London) |
04/29/2026
10/21/2025
07/26/2018
05/03/2018
04/26/2018
Atletico Madrid Win
Arsenal Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Spot-Kicks and Stalemate in Semi-Final First Leg
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A high-stakes tactical battle at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano leaves this Champions League tie perfectly balanced ahead of the return leg.
Tactical Chess and High Tension
Arsenal arrived in the Spanish capital boasting a flawless European record, but the Riyadh Air Metropolitano immediately demanded respect. Atletico Madrid edged possession at 51% in a tense opening period, patiently trying to break down a resolute visiting defensive structure. The Stakes were immense for this semi-final first leg, and it showed in the cautious early exchanges. Despite the hosts eventually racking up 18 total shots, early clinical finishing remained frustratingly elusive. The Gunners absorbed the heavy pressure and constantly looked for sharp transitional moments. Just before the break, a dramatic penalty decision completely shifted the landscape of the tie. V. Gyokeres stepped up in the 44th minute. He buried his spot-kick to briefly silence the hostile home crowd. It was a classic smash-and-grab scenario that sent Arsenal into the dressing room with a crucial advantage.
Spot-Kick Symmetry
Diego Simeone's men emerged from the tunnel with renewed Intensity. The match rapidly transformed into an end-to-end shooting gallery, eventually seeing a combined 29 attempts between the two heavyweights. The true turning point arrived early in the second half. Another massive penalty decision, this time favouring the desperate hosts, provided the exact lifeline they needed. J. Alvarez took full responsibility in the 56th minute under immense pressure. He dispatched his penalty with ice-cold precision, immediately levelling the tie. This rapid response completely restored the Balance of the semi-final. The hosts surged forward searching for a vital winner, consistently threatening the Arsenal penalty area and ultimately generating 2.22 expected goals. Yet, the visiting defensive block stubbornly held firm against the overwhelming red and white momentum.
London Calling
The final whistle confirmed a breathless 1-1 stalemate, leaving absolutely everything to play for. Atletico Madrid will likely rue their missed open-play opportunities after creating 13 shots inside the box without finding the net. They dictated the tempo but lacked the final killer pass. Conversely, Arsenal return home heavily satisfied, knowing any victory in front of their own fans secures a ticket to the final. The decisive second leg awaits on May 5th in North London. This captivating tie remains perfectly on a knife-edge. The tactical chess match will resume shortly, and the margins for error will only get tighter as the final hurdle approaches. Both managers know one mistake next week ends their European dream entirely.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Atletico Madrid's season?
Atletico keep their Champions League dream alive. A draw against an unbeaten Arsenal side shows immense resilience, setting up a winner-takes-all showdown in London next week.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Arsenal face Atletico in European heavyweight clash
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 95/100. Arsenal's flawless European campaign faces its most brutal test yet as they hunt for a final ticket at the intimidating Metropolitano Stadium.
The Setup
The Stakes could not be higher. This is the crucial first act of a two-legged semi-final, with the decisive return fixture scheduled in London on May 5th. Arsenal arrive boasting an incredible Form rating, having swept aside the competition with eight wins from eight in Europe while scoring freely. However, Atletico Madrid are an entirely different beast on Spanish soil, turning the Metropolitano Stadium into a true fortress this season. A phenomenally tight Balance metric suggests there is almost nothing separating these two heavyweight squads. The host's renowned defensive grit will clash violently with the visitors' attacking verve, a spectacle illuminated by a brilliant cast of global Stars. With both teams generating over five combined goals per match, fireworks are guaranteed.
Key Battle
Julián Alvarez is the razor-sharp tip of the Spanish spear. His exceptional movement and relentless pressing will be tasked with unsettling a famously robust defensive line. On the opposite flank, Bukayo Saka provides the primary creative and destructive outlet for the English side. Whichever of these exceptional attackers manages to impose their will and exploit the spaces out wide will firmly dictate the rhythm and outcome of this crucial first leg.
Our Prediction
First legs of European semi-finals are notoriously cagey affairs, but the sheer offensive firepower on display suggests a completely different script. We anticipate a pulsating draw that leaves everything perfectly poised for the return fixture in London. The hosts will likely strike first feeding off the crowd's energy, but the visitors possess too much quality not to respond, ensuring they won't leave empty-handed.