Arsenal travel to the Spanish capital to face Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 8pm UK time. This marks Arsenal's fourth appearance in the semi-finals of the competition.
Manager Mikel Arteta, who is Spanish, returns to his homeland with his team aiming to secure a positive result ahead of the second leg in London. Arsenal have happy memories of playing in Madrid, having won there previously in European competition.
Atletico Madrid, known for their strong defensive organization under manager Diego Simeone, will be a tough opponent. The match is expected to be closely contested, with both teams having reached this stage after impressive campaigns.
