[CL QF 2nd Leg] Arsenal Hold 0-0 at Emirates to Reach Semis for Second Straight Year; Bayern Beat Real in 4-3 Thriller at Allianz — All Semi-Final Ties Confirmed
Results from the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 quarter-final second legs on April 15, 2026. Arsenal drew 0-0 with Sporting CP to advance 1-0 on aggregate, reaching the CL semi-finals for the second consecutive year. Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 4-3 at the Allianz Arena to advance 6-4 on aggregate. All four semi-final participants are now confirmed.
On Wednesday, 15 April 2026, the remaining two matches of the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Quarter-Final Second Legs were completed. Arsenal drew 0-0 with Sporting CP to advance to the CL semi-finals for the second consecutive year on a 1-0 aggregate, while Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller at the Allianz Arena to progress 6-4 on aggregate. Following PSG's and Atlético's advancement on 14 April, all four semi-finalists are now confirmed.
local_fire_department Match 1: Arsenal 0-0 Sporting CP (Arsenal advance 1-0 on aggregate)
Match Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue | Emirates Stadium (London) |
| Aggregate Score | Arsenal advance 1-0 |
| Possession | Arsenal 54% / Sporting 46% |
| Referee | François Letexier (FRA) / VAR: Bastian Dankert (GER) |
The Night Arsenal Defended Havertz's 90th-Minute Goal
A priceless strike from Kai Havertz in the 90th minute at the Estádio José Alvalade in the first leg. Back at the Emirates, Arsenal returned with that slender one-goal advantage and faced the mission of protecting it for 90 minutes.
The result was a goalless draw — but that was more than enough. Arsenal reached the CL semi-finals for the second year in a row, a feat achieved for the first time in the club's history.
90 Minutes of Deadlock
Sporting manager Rui Borges looked to break the deadlock through attacking players including Morita and the experienced Hjörtur Hermannsson. However, Arsenal's defensive block held firm, producing a flawless display that kept Sporting without a single shot on target.
Arsenal also created chances of their own. A shot from Eze was saved by goalkeeper Rui Silva. Gabriel Jesus and Noni Madueke, both introduced from the bench in the second half, found openings but failed to convert. Goalkeeper David Raya wrapped up the match with composed saves.
Mikel Arteta's Path to the Last Four
For Arteta, this is his sixth season in charge at Arsenal — he guided the club to the CL semi-finals last season too, where they were eliminated by PSG. Reaching the CL semi-finals in consecutive years is an unprecedented achievement in Arsenal's history. They will face Atlético Madrid in the semi-finals.
With Arsenal also challenging for the Premier League title, the summit of European football is now within reach.
local_fire_department Match 2: Bayern Munich 4-3 Real Madrid (Bayern advance 6-4 on aggregate)
Match Details
| Item | Details | Date | 15 April 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue | Allianz Arena (Munich) | Score (Second Leg) | Bayern 4-3 Real |
| Aggregate Score | Bayern advance 6-4 | Scorers (Bayern) | Pavlović (6'), Kane (38'), L. Díaz (89'), Olise (90+4') |
| Scorers (Real) | Arda Güler (1', 29'), Mbappé (42') | Red Cards | Camavinga (86', 2nd yellow) / Güler (post-match, dissent towards referee) |
| Attendance | 75,000 | Referee | Slavko Vinčić (Slovenia) |
A Nightmare Start: Neuer's Mistake After Just 34 Seconds
Bayern had carried a 2-1 lead into this decisive clash from the first leg. Yet the match was turned on its head in just 34 seconds — Real Madrid struck almost immediately. Arda Güler collected a poor clearance from Manuel Neuer and coolly slotted home, instantly levelling the aggregate score. All 75,000 inside the Allianz Arena were left stunned.
1-1, 2-1, 2-2, 3-2 — Five Goals in a Chaotic First Half
6' — Bayern responded at once. Aleksandar Pavlović headed in a left corner from Joshua Kimmich to make it 1-1.
29' — Güler struck a mid-range free kick to make it 2-1. Bayern's players protested that the wall had not been properly positioned, but the decision stood.
38' — Harry Kane, driven by urgency, fired inside the right post to equalise at 2-2 — his 12th CL goal of the season. Then, just four minutes later in the 42nd minute, Mbappé finished off an exquisite final pass from Vinícius Júnior to make it 3-2. The first half alone produced five goals in a breathless exchange.
86th Minute: Camavinga Sent Off — the Turning Point
In the second half, Real Madrid looked to shore up their shape and hold on for the result. Vinícius came close with a shot that struck the crossbar. However, in the 86th minute, Eduardo Camavinga received a second yellow card for a foul on Kane and was sent off. The dismissal for what appeared a minor challenge left the Real Madrid bench in uproar.
89', 90+4' — Two Goals in the Final Five Minutes, Bayern Complete the Comeback
Bayern launched an all-out assault on ten-man Real Madrid. In the 89th minute, Luis Díaz drilled the ball inside the right post to make it 3-3. Then, in added time at 90+4', Michael Olise converted at the far post to make it 4-3 — Bayern were through 6-4 on aggregate in a dramatic reversal.
Near-Brawl at Full Time, Güler Also Shown Red
There were extraordinary scenes as Real Madrid players surrounded referee Slavko Vinčić. Arda Güler, who protested furiously, was shown a straight red card after the final whistle.
Real Madrid assistant coach Álvaro Arbeloa hit back strongly: "I can't believe that action warranted a red card. It's genuinely infuriating." Kane, meanwhile, reflected calmly on the victory: "It took the highest level from us to knock them out."
A Historic Defeat — Bayern End Their Losing Run Against Real Madrid
This victory ended Bayern's run of four consecutive KO-stage defeats against Real Madrid in the CL. Real Madrid, for their part, have now been eliminated at the quarter-final stage in back-to-back seasons — an unwanted first in the club's history.
Vincent Kompany's Bayern will face defending champions PSG in the semi-finals — a rematch of the 2025 final and a mouthwatering prospect.
sports_soccer Confirmed Semi-Final Bracket as of 15 April
| Semi-Final Slot | Home (Leg 1) | Away (Leg 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Slot 2 | Arsenal | Atlético Madrid |
The semi-final first legs take place on 28–29 April, with the second legs on 5–6 May. The final is scheduled for 30 May at the Puskás Aréna (Budapest).
PSG vs Bayern is a rematch of the 2025 final, while Arsenal vs Atlético promises a fascinating contrast between youth and experience.
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In the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Quarter-Final Second Legs on 15 April, Arsenal and Bayern Munich both booked their places in the semi-finals.
- Arsenal held firm for a resilient 0-0 draw to reach the CL semi-finals for the second consecutive year — a masterclass in game management under Arteta.
- Bayern Munich won a seven-goal epic 4-3 to eliminate Real Madrid 6-4 on aggregate, completing the comeback with two goals in the final five minutes.
The semi-finals are now set: PSG vs Bayern and Arsenal vs Atlético — two blockbuster ties. Just 3 matches × 2 legs stand between now and the Budapest final on 30 May.
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