Arsenal secured a place in the FA Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory over Southampton in their quarterfinal clash at St Mary's Stadium. The match, played on Saturday, April 4, 2026, saw the Gunners overcome a resilient Championship side.
Arsenal took the lead in the first half through a goal from forward Gabriel Martinelli. Southampton equalized after the break via a header from defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis, setting up a tense finale. The decisive goal came from Arsenal's Leandro Trossard, who scored a late winner to send his team through.
The victory means Arsenal progresses to the Wembley semifinals, continuing their pursuit of a record-extending 15th FA Cup title. Southampton's cup run ends at the quarterfinal stage for the second consecutive season.
