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Sporting vs Arsenal: Champions League Quarter-Final Live

Published April 7, 2026 · Updated April 7, 2026 · The Guardian

Live from Lisbon, the atmosphere is electric as Arsenal face Sporting in the Champions League quarter-final first leg.

The teams are on the pitch and the Champions League anthem is playing. Sporting fans have created a "You are my life" tifo, while the pocket of 2,600 Arsenal away supporters are making their presence felt. Despite Arsenal's recent struggles, manager Mikel Arteta remains focused, with Zubimendi and Rice identified as key players.

The Gunners have started with players who withdrew from international duty. During the warm-up, Viktor Gyökeres received a decent reception, sparking a comparison to Alexander Isak's reception in previous high-profile moves.

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