Arsenal’s progression to the quarter-finals of the Europa League was marred by post-match drama as Mikel Arteta had to restrain Leandro Trossard amid accusations of insults hurled at Porto boss Sergio Conceicao.The tense encounter culminated in a penalty shoot-out after a goalless extra time, with Arsenal prevailing 4-2 on penalties. However, the aftermath was marked by confrontations between players and staff from both teams.
Trossard, who scored in the match, was involved in a heated exchange with Porto players, requiring Arteta’s intervention to defuse the situation. Conceicao later accused Arteta of insulting his family during the game, a claim vehemently denied by the Arsenal manager. Both managers had earlier been booked for protesting over second-half decisions. Despite the off-field controversies, Arteta expressed pride in his team’s performance and praised the home fans for their support. Arsenal’s victory marked their first appearance in the Europa League quarter-finals since 2010.
Arteta highlighted goalkeeper David Raya’s shootout heroics and the team’s resilience in overcoming a competitive Porto side. Trossard, meanwhile, celebrated Arsenal’s progression with a tweet featuring celebratory pictures and the caption “QUARTER-FINALS!!” The match’s intensity and the subsequent exchanges between the teams underscored the high stakes and competitive spirit of European football.
Any guesses on what was said between Arteta and Porto boss Sergio Conceicao? 👀 pic.twitter.com/8yFu974XUo
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Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 1st in the Champions League with 13 points.
In the last 7 games, it has won 4 times, drawn once, and lost twice. In its last match, Arsenal lost 1-0 against Porto.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 16 goals and conceding 4.
Porto performance and stats
Porto is currently 2nd in the Champions League with 12 points.
In the last 7 games, it has won 5 times and lost twice. In its last match, Porto won 1-0 against Arsenal.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 15 goals and conceding 8.
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