The Champions League quarterfinals have presented a mixed bag for the Premier League representatives. On Tuesday, Arsenal defeated Sporting CP in Lisbon with a goal by Kai Havertz in stoppage time. Just when it looked like the match would end in a draw, the German forward scored the only goal of the game.

This gives Mikel Arteta’s side a valuable advantage, as they will play the second leg at the Emirates Stadium. With the support of their fans, the Gunners must advance to return to the semifinals a year after falling to PSG in the final four.

On the other hand, Liverpool were outplayed by PSG, and Arne Slot’s side will have to overcome a two-goal deficit against the reigning champions if they want to keep their hopes alive of winning a title this season. In footballing terms, the French side are superior, but the magic of Anfield Road could inspire the Reds to play at their very best and make it a night to remember.

Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid strike first

In the other two matchups, the visiting teams came out on top. On Tuesday at the Santiago Bernabéu, Bayern Munich edged out Real Madrid by a single goal in a thrilling match. Manuel Neuer kept his team in the game against attacks from Vinicius and Mbappé, while Luis Díaz and Harry Kane scored for the Germans on a standout night for Olise, the best player on the field.

In the all-Spanish clash of the Champions League quarterfinals, Atlético Madrid stormed the Camp Nou to defeat Barcelona 2-0. The end of the first half proved decisive with Cubarsí’s red card and Julián Álvarez’s direct free kick goal in the same play. As a result, Barcelona will need to pull off a miracle at the Metropolitano in a week’s time if they want to reach the Champions League semifinals.

Results of the first legs of the Champions League quarterfinals

• Sporting CP 0-1 Arsenal
• Real Madrid 1-2 Bayern Munich
• PSG 2-0 Liverpool
• Barcelona 0-2 Atlético Madrid