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VAR denies Arsenal late penalty in draw against Atletico

BBC News BBC News April 29, 2026 at 10:01 PM

Viktor Gyokeres puts Arsenal ahead from the spot before an equalising penalty from Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez in the second half. A third penalty call for the Gunners is overturned by VAR which ensures the first leg of their Champions League semi-final ends in a 1-1 draw.

MATCH REPORT: Champions League Semi-final - Atletico Madrid 1-1 Arsenal

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