UCL: Havertz Seals Late Win, Real Madrid Lose
Last update: April 8, 2026
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Kai Havertz’s stoppage-time goal secured Arsenal a 1-0 win over Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter-final first leg.
Kai Havertz struck deep into stoppage time to give Arsenal a dramatic 1-0 victory over Sporting CP in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday night, April 7.
Under pressure following back-to-back domestic defeats, Mikel Arteta’s side delivered a disciplined and resilient performance at the Estádio José Alvalade, holding firm before snatching a late winner.
CBI News reports that Arsenal, coming off losses to Manchester City and Southampton, struggled for rhythm early on and were forced to rely on goalkeeper David Raya, who produced key saves to keep the hosts at bay.
The decisive moment came in added time when Gabriel Martinelli floated a precise ball over the defence.
Havertz timed his run perfectly and finished calmly past Rui Silva from close range.
The narrow victory puts Arsenal in a strong position ahead of the return leg in north London on April 15.
Elsewhere, Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 away win against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Luis Díaz opened the scoring just before halftime following a well-worked move, while Harry Kane doubled the advantage shortly after the restart with a curling effort his 11th goal of the competition this season.
Madrid responded through Kylian Mbappé, who fired in off the crossbar to keep the tie alive ahead of the second leg in Germany.
Vincent Kompany’s Bayern controlled much of the match, while Manuel Neuer made several important saves to deny the hosts.
The outcome of the tie will be decided in Bavaria on Wednesday, April 15.
