Arsenal Journey in Champions League 2024-2025
Last updated: 26 April 2025Arsenal Journey in Champions League 2024-2024 and the next challenge in quarter-finals against Spanish giants Real Madrid.
The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League has been a captivating adventure for Arsenal Football Club. Under the astute guidance of manager Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have demonstrated resilience, tactical acumen, and an unwavering determination to succeed on the grandest stage in European football. Arsenal's next challenge in this exhilarating journey comes in a mouth-watering quarter-final tie against Spanish giants Real Madrid, with the second leg scheduled for April 16th.
This article explores Arsenal's thrilling journey through the league phase and knockout rounds, emphasising the pivotal moments and standout performances that have characterised their campaign thus far.
Current Status: Arsenal's Champions League Standing
Arsenal's current Champions League status is a testament to their growth and progress under Arteta's leadership. The team has showcased its ability to compete with Europe's elite and has its sights set on making history in the competition.
Key factors contributing to Arsenal's success:
- Impressive league phase performance: six wins, 1 draw, 1 loss; third position only behind Liverpool and FC Barcelona.
- An emphatic 7-1 away win over PSV in the first leg of their round of 16 tie and a 9-3 aggregate win after a 2-2 draw in the return leg.
- Tactical evolution and player development under Mikel Arteta
- Squad depth that has been tested by injuries to key players in the most important part of the season.
Top Scorers for Arsenal in the 2024/25 Champions League:
Here are the updated top scorers and top assists for Arsenal in the Champions League before the quarter-final second leg game against Real Madrid:
| Rank | Player | Goals |
| 1 | Kai Havertz | 4 |
| 2 | Bukayo Saka | 4 |
| 3 | Declan Rice | 4 |
| 4 | Martin Odegaard | 3 |
Top Assists for Arsenal in the 2023/24 Champions League:
| Rank | Player | Assists |
| 1 | Bukayo Saka | 2 |
| 2 | Declan Rice | 2 |
| 3 | Leandro Trossard | 2 |
| 4 | Raheem Sterling | 2 |
This impressive attacking output from Arsenal's key players has been a major factor in their run to the quarter-finals, where they now face a daunting tie against Real Madrid in the second leg after a 3-0 win in the first.
Arsenal's Journey in the League Phase
Arsenal's Champions League journey commenced with an impressive showing in the league phase:
| Matchday | Result | Venue |
| 1 | 0-0 draw vs Atalanta | Away |
| 2 | 2-0 win vs PSG | Home |
| 3 | 1-0 win vs Shakhtar Donetsk | Home |
| 4 | 1-0 loss vs Inter Milan | Away |
| 5 | 5-1 win vs Sporting CP | Away |
| 6 | 3-0 win vs AS Monaco | Home |
| 7 | 3-0 win vs GNK Dinamo | Home |
| 8 | 2-1 win vs Girona | Away |
Key stats from the league phase:
- 6 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
- 19 points secured
- +13 goal difference
- Finished third, below Liverpool and Barcelona
Arsenal's Journey in the Round of 16
Arsenal’s round of 16 encounter against PSV was thrilling for the Gunners. It wasn’t much of a contest, as Arteta’s men ran riot in the first leg before playing it cool in the return leg to secure qualification.
- First Leg (Away): PSV (Lang 43’) 1-7 Arsenal (Timber 18’, Nwaneri 21’, Merino 31’, Odegaard 47’, 73’, Trossard 48’, Calafiori 85’)
- Second Leg (Home): Arsenal (Zinchenko 6’, Rice 37’) 2-2 PSV (Perisic 18’, Driouech 70’), 9-3 on aggregate
This victory sent Arsenal into the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the second season in a row, sparking wild jubilant celebrations.
Arsenal's Journey in the Quarter-Finals
The Gunners were handed Real Madrid for the quarter-finals, making many dash the club’s hopes of making it to the next round.
However, Arsenal shocked the entire world with a surprise 3-0 victory over Carlo Ancelotti’s star-studded Real Madrid squad in the first leg. Declan Rice scored two free-kick goals for the first time in his career, becoming the first player to do so in a knockout round in the UEFA Champions League.
Mikel Arteta and his men entered the second leg with fear, as Real Madrid deployed a media intimidation tactic by putting up almost 20 posts related to that clash a few hours before the game. However, Arsenal survived the gimmicks by securing a 2-1 win, with Bukayo Saka playing a starring role. The Gunners knocked out the reigning champions 5-1 on aggregate to book a semi-final spot with PSG.
The Allianz Arena Dream: Can Arsenal Go All the Way?
With Arsenal in the semi-finals, fans dare to dream of reaching the final at the Allianz Arena on May 31st, 2024. However, Arteta and his players will know there are significant challenges ahead:
- A two-legged semi-final clash against PSG
- A potential final game vs FC Barcelona or Inter Milan
Regardless of the outcome, Arsenal's thrilling journey has showcased their progress under Arteta and the exciting future that lies ahead.
Conclusion
Arsenal's 2024/25 Champions League campaign has been a rollercoaster ride filled with unforgettable moments. From dominating the league phase to dramatically overcoming PSV in the round of 16, Mikel Arteta's men have proven they belong among Europe's elite.
As they prepare for a thrilling semi-final clash against PSG, Arsenal must call upon all their quality, resilience, and tactical nous. Whatever happens, this Champions League journey has been memorable for the Gunners, laying the foundations for an exciting future under Arteta's stewardship.
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