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Arsenal Chase Champions League Glory After 20 Year Wait Against Atletico at Home

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Published on 5 May 2026
Arsenal Chase Champions League Glory After 20 Year Wait Against Atletico at Home

The tie is level, but the history burden is huge

Arsenal have spent 20 years without a Champions League final and 22 years beyond Premier League title glory, but both feel within reach. The second leg of their semi-final against Atletico Madrid takes place at home Tuesday after a 1-1 draw in Madrid, setting up a tense battle where one result could end long-standing waits.

  • Arsenal host Atletico in the second leg after a 1-1 draw
  • A win could end Arsenal’s 20-year Champions League final drought
  • The match carries pressure tied to Arsenal’s 22-year Premier League title wait
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