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03-18 04:00

2 - 0

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Bayer 04 Leverkusen

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End 2-0

90′

M.Lewis-Skelly

V.Gyökeres

83′

Equi Fernández

R. Andrich

70′

P. Schick

E. Palacios

69′

K. Havertz

E.Eze

69′

G. Martinelli

L. Trossard

69′

C.Mosquera

B.White

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C. Nørgaard

M. Zubimendi

63′

2-0

D.Rice

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montrell culbreath

E. Poku

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M. Tillman

M. Terrier

46′

E. Palacios

Halftime 1-0

36′

1-0

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Assist: L. Trossard

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Arsenal earned a vital 2-0 home win against Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League on March 18, 2026. The Gunners put in a controlled and professional performance at the Emirates Stadium to take a clear advantage into the second leg of this European tie. From the opening whistle, Arsenal looked sharp and purposeful, breaking the deadlock in the first half with a well-worked team goal. They doubled their lead before halftime, capitalizing on a Leverkusen defensive error to give themselves a comfortable cushion. The second half saw Leverkusen push for a way back into the match, but Arsenal's defense, marshaled superbly by their captain, stood firm and limited the German side to few clear chances. Mikel Arteta's game plan was executed perfectly, with his team balancing attacking threat with defensive solidity. The clean sheet is as valuable as the two goals for Arsenal, putting them in a commanding position in the tie. This result will be a huge boost for Arsenal's belief as they aim to progress deeper into the Champions League. Leverkusen's manager acknowledged the difficulty of playing at the Emirates but vowed his team would fight until the end in the return leg. Arsenal's starting XI showed a blend of experience and youth, with their young winger being a constant menace and earning the man-of-the-match accolade.