Daily Archives: April 15, 2026

Bayern Munich 4 Real Madrid 3 (agg 6-4): Luis Diaz and Michael Olise seal Champions League classic

“And… breathe. An action-packed Champions League quarter-final second leg saw Arda Guler score within 35 seconds after a Manuel Neuer error, five first-half goals, a decisive Eduardo Camavinga sending off, and two brilliant late efforts from Luis Diaz and Michael Olise, as Bayern Munich progressed to the semi-finals with a 6-4 aggregate win against Real Madrid. It means Bayern will face the holders, Paris Saint-Germain, in the last four as they seek their first Champions League title in six years. …”
NY Times/The Athletic
YouTube: Bayern vs. Real Madrid: Extended Highlights | UCL Quarterfinals – Leg 2

Arsenal 0 Sporting CP 0: Mikel Arteta’s men do enough to set up Atletico Madrid semi-final

“For all the talk of nerves and late-season hiccups, Arsenal’s hopes of achieving a Premier League-Champions League double are still alive after Mikel Arteta’s men progressed in the Champions League, setting up a semi-final against Atletico Madrid. The 1-0 first-leg advantage earned in Lisbon was enough to see off Sporting CP after a goalless second leg at the Emirates. Sporting had chances. Geny Catamo came closest to breaking the deadlock towards the end of the first half, striking the post as the visitors edged the opening 45 minutes. At times, they cut through Arsenal with ease, but the way in which Arsenal held firm and controlled the match in the latter stages will please many fans, especially after their recent run of poor results. …”
NY Times/The Athletic
YouTube: Arsenal vs. Sporting CP: Extended Highlights | UCL Quarterfinals – Leg 2