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Leandro Trossard has made his first appearance for Beşiktaş, helping the Turkish club move a step closer to the Europa League group stage this week.
The former ***** nal forward came off the bench as Beşiktaş completed the job against Hradec Králové, offering supporters their first glimpse of a player who left north London after three and a half successful years.
Introduced in the 66th minute of Thursday's Europa League third qualifying round second leg, Trossard helped see out a 1-0 victory that secured a 2-0 aggregate win and booked Beşiktaş's place in the play-off round.
The evening's only goal came from Vaclav Cerny in the 40th minute, before Trossard was handed his first minutes.
#trossard
Leandro Trossard has made his first appearance for Beşiktaş, helping the Turkish club move a step closer to the Europa League group stage this week.
The former ***** nal forward came off the bench as Beşiktaş completed the job against Hradec Králové, offering supporters their first glimpse of a player who left north London after three and a half successful years.
Introduced in the 66th minute of Thursday's Europa League third qualifying round second leg, Trossard helped see out a 1-0 victory that secured a 2-0 aggregate win and booked Beşiktaş's place in the play-off round.
The evening's only goal came from Vaclav Cerny in the 40th minute, before Trossard was handed his first minutes.
#trossard
17 hours ago
Gabriel Martinelli is the subject of transfer interest from Galatasaray after they failed to sign Rafa Leao, but the ****** nal man does not want to leave and certainly does not want to move to Turkiye.
In recent seasons, Martinelli's form has not been the best, and there is a good chance that he will remain on the bench for Christos Tzolis to start games at ****** nal. That happened several times last season, when Leandro Trossard was preferred to the Brazilian winger, but the Belgian has been sold and replaced by the Greek star.
Although ****** nal are interested in players such as Bradley Barcola, the Gunners will stick with Martinelli if he stays, but they are more than happy to sell him to Gala.
The Turkish side can also offer him a good salary, which could be much better than what he earns at ****** nal at the moment, but he does not want to move to the Turkish club.
Martinelli appears determined to continue his career elsewhere rather than in Turkiye if he eventually leaves ****** nal. Despite the potential financial benefits of a move, the Brazilian winger has no desire to join Galatasaray at this stage of his career.
#arsenal #martinelli #want #galatasaray
In recent seasons, Martinelli's form has not been the best, and there is a good chance that he will remain on the bench for Christos Tzolis to start games at ****** nal. That happened several times last season, when Leandro Trossard was preferred to the Brazilian winger, but the Belgian has been sold and replaced by the Greek star.
Although ****** nal are interested in players such as Bradley Barcola, the Gunners will stick with Martinelli if he stays, but they are more than happy to sell him to Gala.
The Turkish side can also offer him a good salary, which could be much better than what he earns at ****** nal at the moment, but he does not want to move to the Turkish club.
Martinelli appears determined to continue his career elsewhere rather than in Turkiye if he eventually leaves ****** nal. Despite the potential financial benefits of a move, the Brazilian winger has no desire to join Galatasaray at this stage of his career.
#arsenal #martinelli #want #galatasaray
22 days ago
Christos Tzolis has completed his move from Club Brugge to ******* nal, and the attacker admitted that he could hardly believe it when he first learned that the club was interested in signing him.
The forward enjoyed an outstanding season at Club Brugge, establishing himself as one of the leading performers in the Belgian Pro League. His impressive displays attracted interest from several top clubs during the summer, but once he became aware of ******* nal's interest, he made a move to London his priority.
Arsenal were convinced that Tzolis was the right player to strengthen their attacking options. After completing the sale of Leandro Trossard during this transfer window, they shifted their full attention towards securing the signing of the attacker.
The transfer has now been completed, and Tzolis will be part of ******* nal's attacking group for the new campaign. Speaking after the move, ******* nal Media quoted him as saying:
"I need some time to realise, I think!
#tzolis #arsenal #attacker
The forward enjoyed an outstanding season at Club Brugge, establishing himself as one of the leading performers in the Belgian Pro League. His impressive displays attracted interest from several top clubs during the summer, but once he became aware of ******* nal's interest, he made a move to London his priority.
Arsenal were convinced that Tzolis was the right player to strengthen their attacking options. After completing the sale of Leandro Trossard during this transfer window, they shifted their full attention towards securing the signing of the attacker.
The transfer has now been completed, and Tzolis will be part of ******* nal's attacking group for the new campaign. Speaking after the move, ******* nal Media quoted him as saying:
"I need some time to realise, I think!
#tzolis #arsenal #attacker
24 days ago
Arsenal have finalised the £34m acquisition of Greece international Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge.
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League champions, replacing Leandro Trossard following his Besiktas switch.
Tzolis’ move to the Emirates Stadium – ****** nal’s third permanent summer transfer – comes 48 hours after the north Londoners missed Morgan Rogers, who signed a £117m British-record fee with Chelsea, describing his new employers as the "biggest club in London".
Tzolis scored 43 times in 108 appearances for Club Brugge, and notably featured in the Belgians’ 3-0 Champions League defeat to Mikel Arteta’s side last season.
Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta said: “We’re delighted to have completed the signing of Christos Tzolis.
#tzolis #arsenal #league
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League champions, replacing Leandro Trossard following his Besiktas switch.
Tzolis’ move to the Emirates Stadium – ****** nal’s third permanent summer transfer – comes 48 hours after the north Londoners missed Morgan Rogers, who signed a £117m British-record fee with Chelsea, describing his new employers as the "biggest club in London".
Tzolis scored 43 times in 108 appearances for Club Brugge, and notably featured in the Belgians’ 3-0 Champions League defeat to Mikel Arteta’s side last season.
Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta said: “We’re delighted to have completed the signing of Christos Tzolis.
#tzolis #arsenal #league
24 days ago
Arsenal have signed "extremely versatile attacking player" Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m.
The 24-year-old Greece international has joined the Premier League champions on what they describe as a "long-term contract".
Tzolis scored 43 goals and provided 45 ******* ists in 108 appearances for Club Brugge.
He joins ******* nal after the departure of Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Besiktas earlier this month
"Christos naturally operates on the left but is comfortable across the front line," said ******* nal sporting director Andrea Berta.
#leandro
The 24-year-old Greece international has joined the Premier League champions on what they describe as a "long-term contract".
Tzolis scored 43 goals and provided 45 ******* ists in 108 appearances for Club Brugge.
He joins ******* nal after the departure of Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Besiktas earlier this month
"Christos naturally operates on the left but is comfortable across the front line," said ******* nal sporting director Andrea Berta.
#leandro
24 days ago
Arsenal have completed the signing of Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, adding the Greece international to Mikel Arteta’s attacking options ahead of the new season.
The 24-year-old winger joins the Premier League champions after an outstanding campaign in Belgium, where he played a key role in Club Brugge’s success. Tzolis scored 22 goals and registered 29 **** ists across all competitions last season, establishing himself as one of the most productive attacking players in European football.
The transfer, reportedly worth around €40m (£34m), sees Tzolis return to England after previously spending time with Norwich. The forward has rebuilt his career at Club Brugge following loan spells in the Netherlands and Germany, developing into one of Europe's most exciting wide men.
Primarily operating from the left wing, Tzolis brings pace, creativity and versatility to **** nal’s frontline. He arrives as the club look to strengthen their squad depth following the departure of Leandro Trossard to Besiktas.
The Greece international becomes another attacking option for Arteta as **** nal aim to compete on multiple fronts in the coming campaign.
#arsenal #season
The 24-year-old winger joins the Premier League champions after an outstanding campaign in Belgium, where he played a key role in Club Brugge’s success. Tzolis scored 22 goals and registered 29 **** ists across all competitions last season, establishing himself as one of the most productive attacking players in European football.
The transfer, reportedly worth around €40m (£34m), sees Tzolis return to England after previously spending time with Norwich. The forward has rebuilt his career at Club Brugge following loan spells in the Netherlands and Germany, developing into one of Europe's most exciting wide men.
Primarily operating from the left wing, Tzolis brings pace, creativity and versatility to **** nal’s frontline. He arrives as the club look to strengthen their squad depth following the departure of Leandro Trossard to Besiktas.
The Greece international becomes another attacking option for Arteta as **** nal aim to compete on multiple fronts in the coming campaign.
#arsenal #season
1 month ago
Arsenal are actively ******* sing the market for attacking additions and one of the more intriguing possibilities now under discussion is Julian Alvarez. According to talkSPORT, the Gunners are alert to the chance of signing the Argentina international this summer, with early contacts already touching on creative deal structures involving Viktor Gyokeres.
The situation around Alvarez is developing quickly. He has reportedly told Atletico Madrid he wants to leave, with Barcelona described as his preferred destination. Atletico, however, are reluctant to sell to a direct LaLiga rival, especially after already rejecting an £86million offer and directing interested parties towards a £432m release clause. Real Madrid also failed to make progress, with Atletico said to have been angered by a £129m approach earlier in the window.
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Against that backdrop, ******* nal have explored whether Gyokeres could be used as a makeweight in negotiations. At this stage, that appears to be no more than an exploratory concept. Atletico hold interest in the Sweden striker, but ******* nal have not yet decided whether they would sanction any sale, and talks over Alvarez remain at an early stage.
What is clear is that ******* nal's recruitment team are keeping several attacking tracks alive at once. Interest in Morgan Rogers continues, while positive discussions are also ongoing with Club Brugge over Greek winger Christos Tzolis. Those moves are understood to be separate from any attempt to land Alvarez, underlining the club's desire to add flexibility and variety in the final third after Leandro Trossard's £17million move to Besiktas was confirmed.
The situation around Alvarez is developing quickly. He has reportedly told Atletico Madrid he wants to leave, with Barcelona described as his preferred destination. Atletico, however, are reluctant to sell to a direct LaLiga rival, especially after already rejecting an £86million offer and directing interested parties towards a £432m release clause. Real Madrid also failed to make progress, with Atletico said to have been angered by a £129m approach earlier in the window.
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Against that backdrop, ******* nal have explored whether Gyokeres could be used as a makeweight in negotiations. At this stage, that appears to be no more than an exploratory concept. Atletico hold interest in the Sweden striker, but ******* nal have not yet decided whether they would sanction any sale, and talks over Alvarez remain at an early stage.
What is clear is that ******* nal's recruitment team are keeping several attacking tracks alive at once. Interest in Morgan Rogers continues, while positive discussions are also ongoing with Club Brugge over Greek winger Christos Tzolis. Those moves are understood to be separate from any attempt to land Alvarez, underlining the club's desire to add flexibility and variety in the final third after Leandro Trossard's £17million move to Besiktas was confirmed.
1 month ago
Several reports have linked ****** nal with a move for Christos Tzolis during the current transfer window following his outstanding season with Club Brugge last term.
The attacker enjoyed an excellent campaign, and his impressive goal return has made him difficult for clubs to overlook. Borussia Dortmund is also reported to be showing serious interest in securing his signature.
With Leandro Trossard believed to be close to leaving the club this summer, Tzolis appears to be closer than ever to a move to ****** nal. According to Sport Witness, ****** nal has made initial contact with Club Brugge regarding the attacker.
There has been considerable speculation surrounding the proposed transfer, but the clubs involved still need to reach an agreement before any deal can be completed. The report states that at least one contact has already taken place between ****** nal and Club Brugge as discussions continue over the player's future.
The reported interest from Borussia Dortmund underlines the growing demand for Tzolis after his performances last season. As one of the world's leading clubs, Dortmund represents an attractive option, yet the attacker is reportedly waiting for the opportunity to join ****** nal instead.
The attacker enjoyed an excellent campaign, and his impressive goal return has made him difficult for clubs to overlook. Borussia Dortmund is also reported to be showing serious interest in securing his signature.
With Leandro Trossard believed to be close to leaving the club this summer, Tzolis appears to be closer than ever to a move to ****** nal. According to Sport Witness, ****** nal has made initial contact with Club Brugge regarding the attacker.
There has been considerable speculation surrounding the proposed transfer, but the clubs involved still need to reach an agreement before any deal can be completed. The report states that at least one contact has already taken place between ****** nal and Club Brugge as discussions continue over the player's future.
The reported interest from Borussia Dortmund underlines the growing demand for Tzolis after his performances last season. As one of the world's leading clubs, Dortmund represents an attractive option, yet the attacker is reportedly waiting for the opportunity to join ****** nal instead.
1 month ago
Arsenal have reached an agreement to sell Leandro Trossard to Turkish side Besiktas, marking the end of the 31-year-old's three-and-a-half-year stay at the Emirates Stadium.
The Belgium international, who arrived in north London from Brighton in January 2023, played a pivotal role in Mikel Arteta’s squad last season, helping the Gunners secure their first Premier League **** le in 22 years.
Trossard’s contributions included six goals in 31 league appearances, notably scoring the late winner against West Ham in May, a crucial victory that kept **** nal firmly in the **** le race.
His final outing for the club came in the Champions League final against Paris St Germain, where he **** isted Kai Havertz’s early goal in a 1-1 draw in Budapest before **** nal ultimately lost on penalties.
While Trossard is yet to finalise personal terms with the Turkish club, both sides have publicly confirmed the agreement.
The Belgium international, who arrived in north London from Brighton in January 2023, played a pivotal role in Mikel Arteta’s squad last season, helping the Gunners secure their first Premier League **** le in 22 years.
Trossard’s contributions included six goals in 31 league appearances, notably scoring the late winner against West Ham in May, a crucial victory that kept **** nal firmly in the **** le race.
His final outing for the club came in the Champions League final against Paris St Germain, where he **** isted Kai Havertz’s early goal in a 1-1 draw in Budapest before **** nal ultimately lost on penalties.
While Trossard is yet to finalise personal terms with the Turkish club, both sides have publicly confirmed the agreement.
1 month ago
Arsenal have confirmed that a deal has been agreed to sell Leandro Trossard to Besiktas.
The 31-year-old has been granted permission to travel to Istanbul to complete a medical and move to the Turkish club.
Trossard joined ****** nal in 2023 from Brighton, playing 174 times for the club since then and playing a key role in helping Mikel Arteta’s side to win the Premier League last season.
He made 31 Premier League appearances during the last campaign, scoring six goals and setting up another six.
The Gunners are set to receive around £17m for the Belgium international.
The 31-year-old has been granted permission to travel to Istanbul to complete a medical and move to the Turkish club.
Trossard joined ****** nal in 2023 from Brighton, playing 174 times for the club since then and playing a key role in helping Mikel Arteta’s side to win the Premier League last season.
He made 31 Premier League appearances during the last campaign, scoring six goals and setting up another six.
The Gunners are set to receive around £17m for the Belgium international.
1 month ago
Leandro Trossard has created more chances than any other player at this World Cup. Two goals, two ******* ists, and a level of consistency ******* ody expected from Belgium’s supporting cast now sit alongside the more familiar names of Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne on the team sheet. As Belgium prepare to face Spain in Friday’s quarter-final in Los Angeles, the ******* nal winger has quietly become the player his team-mates rely on most.
Belgium reached this stage by beating the United States 4-1 in the round of 16, a scoreline built on two first-half headers from Charles De Ketelaere, the second of which came from a Trossard cross that hung in the air long enough for the Atalanta forward to nod home at the back post. Hans Vanaken and Lukaku added second-half goals to complete the win. It was Belgium’s most comfortable performance of the tournament, arriving straight after a last-32 tie against Senegal they very nearly lost.
Belgium’s route to the quarter-finals has swung between crisis and control. They drew their first two group games against Egypt and Iran before beating New Zealand 5-1 to finish top of Group G. Then, in the last 32 against Senegal, they found themselves two goals down with four minutes left, only to score twice and win with a goal in the 125th minute of extra time. The performance against the USA that followed was a different animal entirely, routine from an early stage and settled well before half-time.
That contrast counts for a great deal heading into a quarter-final against a Spain side that has conceded nothing at this World Cup. Belgium cannot expect Spain to offer the ******* e that Senegal or the USA did in Belgium’s most productive spells. Whatever margin for error existed against those two opponents will not exist on Friday.
Before this tournament, Trossard’s international career had been steady rather than spectacular. Five games into the World Cup, he has scored twice, set up two more, and created more chances than any other player at the tournament. Against the USA, his cross for De Ketelaere’s second goal was typical of the service he has provided all summer, delivered with enough precision that a header was the only finishing touch required.
Belgium reached this stage by beating the United States 4-1 in the round of 16, a scoreline built on two first-half headers from Charles De Ketelaere, the second of which came from a Trossard cross that hung in the air long enough for the Atalanta forward to nod home at the back post. Hans Vanaken and Lukaku added second-half goals to complete the win. It was Belgium’s most comfortable performance of the tournament, arriving straight after a last-32 tie against Senegal they very nearly lost.
Belgium’s route to the quarter-finals has swung between crisis and control. They drew their first two group games against Egypt and Iran before beating New Zealand 5-1 to finish top of Group G. Then, in the last 32 against Senegal, they found themselves two goals down with four minutes left, only to score twice and win with a goal in the 125th minute of extra time. The performance against the USA that followed was a different animal entirely, routine from an early stage and settled well before half-time.
That contrast counts for a great deal heading into a quarter-final against a Spain side that has conceded nothing at this World Cup. Belgium cannot expect Spain to offer the ******* e that Senegal or the USA did in Belgium’s most productive spells. Whatever margin for error existed against those two opponents will not exist on Friday.
Before this tournament, Trossard’s international career had been steady rather than spectacular. Five games into the World Cup, he has scored twice, set up two more, and created more chances than any other player at the tournament. Against the USA, his cross for De Ketelaere’s second goal was typical of the service he has provided all summer, delivered with enough precision that a header was the only finishing touch required.
1 month ago
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TNT Sports report that with 20 goal involvements at the World Cup so far, ******* nal are the Premier League club with the most goals and ******* ists at this year’s tournament.
Kai Havertz was ******* nal’s top scorer before Germany’s elimination, netting three times. Leandro Trossard has scored twice, Gabriel Martinelli, Mikel Merino, and Viktor Gyokeres once each.
In terms of ******* ists, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard have three each. Once again, Trossard has two, and Gyokeres has two as well. Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes have one ******* ist each, completing the 20.
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TNT Sports report that with 20 goal involvements at the World Cup so far, ******* nal are the Premier League club with the most goals and ******* ists at this year’s tournament.
Kai Havertz was ******* nal’s top scorer before Germany’s elimination, netting three times. Leandro Trossard has scored twice, Gabriel Martinelli, Mikel Merino, and Viktor Gyokeres once each.
In terms of ******* ists, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard have three each. Once again, Trossard has two, and Gyokeres has two as well. Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhaes have one ******* ist each, completing the 20.
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1 month ago
After FIFA's controversial decision to lift Folarin Balogun's suspension, USMNT welcome Belgium in Seattle as the Round of 16 action continues at the World Cup. Their top-scorer starts up front, despite his red card in the previous round against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
After the dismissal of the Monaco striker, who scored the opener at the stroke of half-time, Malik Tillman sealed the victory for Mauricio Pochettino’s men with a direct free-kick goal. Bayer Leverkusen’s midfielder is on the starting lineup once again, while Gladbach's duo Joe Scally and Gio Reyna are on the bench.
Meanwhile, Arthur Theate is dropped to the bench by Rudi Garcia after he started the last two games for Belgium. Lille's centre-back Nathan Ngoy won his place back from Eintracht Frankfurt's defender. Belgium came from a two-goal deficit in the Round of 16 to beat Senegal in extra-time. As expected, the French coach made several changes including dropping Kevin de Bruyne and Jeremy Doku to the bench.
USA XI: Freese; Freeman, Richards, Ream ©, Robinson; Tillman, Adams, McKennie; Dest, Balogun, Pulisic
Belgium XI: Courtois; Castagne, Mechele, Ngoy, de Cuyper; Onana, Raskin; Lukebakio, Tielemans ©, Trossard; Charles de Ketelaere
After the dismissal of the Monaco striker, who scored the opener at the stroke of half-time, Malik Tillman sealed the victory for Mauricio Pochettino’s men with a direct free-kick goal. Bayer Leverkusen’s midfielder is on the starting lineup once again, while Gladbach's duo Joe Scally and Gio Reyna are on the bench.
Meanwhile, Arthur Theate is dropped to the bench by Rudi Garcia after he started the last two games for Belgium. Lille's centre-back Nathan Ngoy won his place back from Eintracht Frankfurt's defender. Belgium came from a two-goal deficit in the Round of 16 to beat Senegal in extra-time. As expected, the French coach made several changes including dropping Kevin de Bruyne and Jeremy Doku to the bench.
USA XI: Freese; Freeman, Richards, Ream ©, Robinson; Tillman, Adams, McKennie; Dest, Balogun, Pulisic
Belgium XI: Courtois; Castagne, Mechele, Ngoy, de Cuyper; Onana, Raskin; Lukebakio, Tielemans ©, Trossard; Charles de Ketelaere
1 month ago
Arsenal are moving towards the sale of Leandro Trossard, with The Athletic reporting that Besiktas have agreed a deal worth “€20million (£17.1m, $22.9m)” for the Belgium international. The structure is clear enough, “an €18m fee with a further €2m in add-ons”, and that tells you plenty. **** nal value the player, but they also understand the moment.
Trossard is 31, he has “one year left on his **** nal contract”, and the club are looking at an **** et whose value only drops from here. Sentiment matters to supporters, but clubs that want to stay at the top do not let these situations drift. Personal terms are still being worked through, with “wages up to around €9m”, and the transfer is “not yet completed”.
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There is no need to overcomplicate it. **** nal signed Trossard from Brighton in January 2023 for “£27million ($35.8m)”. He then gave them depth, flexibility and production across multiple roles. If they now recover £17.1m for a 31-year-old entering the final year of his deal, that is tidy business.
His final full campaign at the Emirates was useful. He “made 50 appearances in all competitions, recording eight goals and 11 **** ists”, and started 21 league games as **** nal won the Premier League **** le in 2025-26. He also delivered one of the season’s defining moments, an “83rd-minute winner away at West Ham United on May 10”. Those are real contributions, not decorative numbers.
Trossard is 31, he has “one year left on his **** nal contract”, and the club are looking at an **** et whose value only drops from here. Sentiment matters to supporters, but clubs that want to stay at the top do not let these situations drift. Personal terms are still being worked through, with “wages up to around €9m”, and the transfer is “not yet completed”.
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There is no need to overcomplicate it. **** nal signed Trossard from Brighton in January 2023 for “£27million ($35.8m)”. He then gave them depth, flexibility and production across multiple roles. If they now recover £17.1m for a 31-year-old entering the final year of his deal, that is tidy business.
His final full campaign at the Emirates was useful. He “made 50 appearances in all competitions, recording eight goals and 11 **** ists”, and started 21 league games as **** nal won the Premier League **** le in 2025-26. He also delivered one of the season’s defining moments, an “83rd-minute winner away at West Ham United on May 10”. Those are real contributions, not decorative numbers.
1 month ago
Arsenal have accepted an offer of £17.1m from Besiktas for Leandro Trossard.
Trossard has less than 12 months to run on his contract in North London and ****** nal have agreed to the 31-year-old's sale.
Besiktas will pay an initial £15.4m for Trossard, with a further £1.7m in potential add-ons, according toSky Sports.
Trossard scored six goals and added six ****** ists as ****** nal won thePremier League last season, making 21 league starts for Mikel Arteta's side.
He signed for ****** nal from Brighton in January 2023 for an initial fee of £20m, and has made 174 appearances across three-and-a-half campaigns with the club.
Trossard has less than 12 months to run on his contract in North London and ****** nal have agreed to the 31-year-old's sale.
Besiktas will pay an initial £15.4m for Trossard, with a further £1.7m in potential add-ons, according toSky Sports.
Trossard scored six goals and added six ****** ists as ****** nal won thePremier League last season, making 21 league starts for Mikel Arteta's side.
He signed for ****** nal from Brighton in January 2023 for an initial fee of £20m, and has made 174 appearances across three-and-a-half campaigns with the club.
1 month ago
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Besiktas are reportedly ready to offer Leandro Trossard a salary worth €9million a year as they try to complete a deal for the ****** nal forward.
The Turkish club have already agreed a transfer fee with ****** nal, according to Adam Leventhal and James McNicholas of The Athletic, who reported: “Besiktas have agreed a €20million (£17.1m) deal with ****** nal to sign Leandro Trossard.”
That deal is understood to be worth €18m plus €2m in add-ons, but at the time of The Athletic’s report personal terms had not been agreed with Trossard.
Turkish outlet Sabah are now reporting that Besiktas are prepared to offer the 31-year-old left winger €9m a year, with the transfer expected to be completed quickly if a compromise can be reached on financial issues.
Besiktas are reportedly ready to offer Leandro Trossard a salary worth €9million a year as they try to complete a deal for the ****** nal forward.
The Turkish club have already agreed a transfer fee with ****** nal, according to Adam Leventhal and James McNicholas of The Athletic, who reported: “Besiktas have agreed a €20million (£17.1m) deal with ****** nal to sign Leandro Trossard.”
That deal is understood to be worth €18m plus €2m in add-ons, but at the time of The Athletic’s report personal terms had not been agreed with Trossard.
Turkish outlet Sabah are now reporting that Besiktas are prepared to offer the 31-year-old left winger €9m a year, with the transfer expected to be completed quickly if a compromise can be reached on financial issues.
1 month ago
USA and Belgium face off this Tuesday at the Lumen Field in World Cup.
In their last match, USA prevailed 2-0 against Bosnia & Herzegovina (World Cup 2026). In their last fixture, Belgium won 3-2 against Senegal (World Cup 2026).
The last meeting between the two teams ended with Belgium winning 5-2.
USA ( vs Bosnia & Herzegovina 2026-07-02): Matt Freese, Alex Freeman, Tim Ream, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Malik Tillman, Tyler Adams, Sergiño Dest, Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun
Belgium ( vs Senegal 2026-07-01): Thibaut Courtois, Timothy Castagne, Arthur Theate, Brandon Mechele, Maxim De Cuyper, Hans Vanaken, Youri Tielemans, Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Jérémy Doku, Charles De Ketelaere
In their last match, USA prevailed 2-0 against Bosnia & Herzegovina (World Cup 2026). In their last fixture, Belgium won 3-2 against Senegal (World Cup 2026).
The last meeting between the two teams ended with Belgium winning 5-2.
USA ( vs Bosnia & Herzegovina 2026-07-02): Matt Freese, Alex Freeman, Tim Ream, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Malik Tillman, Tyler Adams, Sergiño Dest, Weston McKennie, Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun
Belgium ( vs Senegal 2026-07-01): Thibaut Courtois, Timothy Castagne, Arthur Theate, Brandon Mechele, Maxim De Cuyper, Hans Vanaken, Youri Tielemans, Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Jérémy Doku, Charles De Ketelaere
1 month ago
The United States Men’s National Team continues to advance at the 2026 World Cup, having taken down Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 by a 2-0 margin. The tournament field continues to narrow, and the opponents grow more daunting, with Belgium hoping to spoil the co-hosts’ party and advance to the quarterfinal. The European program is looking to improve on a third-place finish in 2018, which would be quite the welcome surprise well after a golden generation. Seattle, Washington’s Lumen Field – a 72,000-seat multi-purpose stadium with a temporary stitched natural grass surface – hosts the fixture.
This is the eighth all-time meeting between the two nations, with the USMNT carrying a 1-6-0 record and falling in the most recent match, a friendly defeat (2-5) in March. Ranked 10th internationally by FIFA, Belgium reached the World Cup by finishing atop UEFA’s Group J of qualifying with a 5-0-3 record, besting Wales, North Macedonia, Kazakhstan, and Liechtenstein. At the current competition, the Red Devils claimed Group G with draws against Egypt (1-1) and Iran (0-0) and a victory over New Zealand (5-1) before requiring extra time and a fortuitous penalty to top Senegal (3-2) in the Round of 32.
Rudi Garcia was appointed to lead the program in January 2025, his first international gig after leading a variety of club sides including Lille, Roma, Marseille, Lyon, Al Nassr, and Napoli. The 62-year-old Frenchman believes that his squad is “very driven” and “aiming high” with the capacity to “achieve great things.” He has praised the “oldies” in his group, defending them against treatment as “has-beens.”
Garcia named a 26-player roster for the World Cup. The Belgian Pro League is home to three of the call-ups, while seven talents are on the books of Premier League clubs, five compete in Ligue 1, and five can be found in Serie A. Notable absences include Michy Batshuayi, Loïs Openda, Matz Sels, and Malick Fofana.
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GOALKEEPERS (3): Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid), Senne Lammens (Manchester United), Mike Penders (Strasbourg)
DEFENDERS (9): Zeno Debast (Sporting CP), Arthur Theate (Eintracht Frankfurt), Brandon Mechele (Club Brugge), Maxim De Cuyper (Brighton & Hove Albion), Thomas Meunier (Lille), Koni De Winter (Milan), Joaquin Seys (Club Brugge), Timothy Castagne (Fulham), Nathan Ngoy (Lille)
MIDFIELDERS (7): Axel Witsel (Girona), Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli), Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa), Diego Moreira (Strasbourg), Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge), Nicolas Raskin (Rangers), Amadou Onana (Aston Villa)
FORWARDS (7): Romelu Lukaku (Napoli), Leandro Trossard (Arsenal), Jérémy Doku (Manchester City), Dodi Lukébakio (Benfica), Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta), Alexis Saelemaekers (Milan), Matias Fernandez-Pardo (Lille)
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Garcia has utilized a few different formations but appears to be sticking to the 4-2-3-1/5-4-1 at the World Cup, with a traditional midfielder dropped into the back line when defending. The squad engages in a total press that “force
This is the eighth all-time meeting between the two nations, with the USMNT carrying a 1-6-0 record and falling in the most recent match, a friendly defeat (2-5) in March. Ranked 10th internationally by FIFA, Belgium reached the World Cup by finishing atop UEFA’s Group J of qualifying with a 5-0-3 record, besting Wales, North Macedonia, Kazakhstan, and Liechtenstein. At the current competition, the Red Devils claimed Group G with draws against Egypt (1-1) and Iran (0-0) and a victory over New Zealand (5-1) before requiring extra time and a fortuitous penalty to top Senegal (3-2) in the Round of 32.
Rudi Garcia was appointed to lead the program in January 2025, his first international gig after leading a variety of club sides including Lille, Roma, Marseille, Lyon, Al Nassr, and Napoli. The 62-year-old Frenchman believes that his squad is “very driven” and “aiming high” with the capacity to “achieve great things.” He has praised the “oldies” in his group, defending them against treatment as “has-beens.”
Garcia named a 26-player roster for the World Cup. The Belgian Pro League is home to three of the call-ups, while seven talents are on the books of Premier League clubs, five compete in Ligue 1, and five can be found in Serie A. Notable absences include Michy Batshuayi, Loïs Openda, Matz Sels, and Malick Fofana.
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GOALKEEPERS (3): Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid), Senne Lammens (Manchester United), Mike Penders (Strasbourg)
DEFENDERS (9): Zeno Debast (Sporting CP), Arthur Theate (Eintracht Frankfurt), Brandon Mechele (Club Brugge), Maxim De Cuyper (Brighton & Hove Albion), Thomas Meunier (Lille), Koni De Winter (Milan), Joaquin Seys (Club Brugge), Timothy Castagne (Fulham), Nathan Ngoy (Lille)
MIDFIELDERS (7): Axel Witsel (Girona), Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli), Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa), Diego Moreira (Strasbourg), Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge), Nicolas Raskin (Rangers), Amadou Onana (Aston Villa)
FORWARDS (7): Romelu Lukaku (Napoli), Leandro Trossard (Arsenal), Jérémy Doku (Manchester City), Dodi Lukébakio (Benfica), Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta), Alexis Saelemaekers (Milan), Matias Fernandez-Pardo (Lille)
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Garcia has utilized a few different formations but appears to be sticking to the 4-2-3-1/5-4-1 at the World Cup, with a traditional midfielder dropped into the back line when defending. The squad engages in a total press that “force
1 month ago
The 2026 World Cup knockout stage continues on Friday with the final three Round of 32 matchups.
Here's what you need to know for Day 23 of the World Cup.
Friday, July 3 | 2 p.m. ET | Dallas | TV: Fox
Odds: Australia +116, Egypt -142
Both sides are seeking their first-ever World Cup knockout stage win and a likely Round of 16 meeting against Argentina. Both also finished second in their respective groups. The Pharaohs will be led by Mohamed Salah, who exited their 1-1 draw with Iran with a hamstring strain. He is expected to be ready for Australia, which is important considering only Belgium's Leandro Trossard has created more opportunities than Salah (11) this World Cup.
Here's what you need to know for Day 23 of the World Cup.
Friday, July 3 | 2 p.m. ET | Dallas | TV: Fox
Odds: Australia +116, Egypt -142
Both sides are seeking their first-ever World Cup knockout stage win and a likely Round of 16 meeting against Argentina. Both also finished second in their respective groups. The Pharaohs will be led by Mohamed Salah, who exited their 1-1 draw with Iran with a hamstring strain. He is expected to be ready for Australia, which is important considering only Belgium's Leandro Trossard has created more opportunities than Salah (11) this World Cup.
2 months ago
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After a very poor performance, Belgium found themselves going into the second-half hydration break two goals down and with frustrations boiling over.
Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard ended up in an aggressive verbal confrontation with Youri Tielemans as they made their way towards the sideline, with teammates having to separate the pair.
Trossard was frustrated by Tielemans’ decision to play a poor cross into the box rather than a short pass to the ***** nal man on the edge of the area, and Tielemans didn’t take kindly to the feedback.
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After a very poor performance, Belgium found themselves going into the second-half hydration break two goals down and with frustrations boiling over.
Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard ended up in an aggressive verbal confrontation with Youri Tielemans as they made their way towards the sideline, with teammates having to separate the pair.
Trossard was frustrated by Tielemans’ decision to play a poor cross into the box rather than a short pass to the ***** nal man on the edge of the area, and Tielemans didn’t take kindly to the feedback.
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2 months ago
One minute, Senegal were cruising into the last 16 of the World Cup.
The next, they were left wondering how another dream had slipped through their grasp.
Manager Pape Thiaw's side led 2018 semi-finalists Belgium 2-0 with only four minutes left of normal time, after goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr.
But after outplaying their opponents, they somehow "found a way to lose the game", as ex-Republic of Ireland skipper Roy Keane put it on ITV.
Romelu Lukaku's 86th-minute goal sparked hope for Belgium and three minutes later, captain Youri Tielemans headed in an equaliser from Leandro Trossard's cross - the pair were earlier seen having a heated argument - to force extra time.
The next, they were left wondering how another dream had slipped through their grasp.
Manager Pape Thiaw's side led 2018 semi-finalists Belgium 2-0 with only four minutes left of normal time, after goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr.
But after outplaying their opponents, they somehow "found a way to lose the game", as ex-Republic of Ireland skipper Roy Keane put it on ITV.
Romelu Lukaku's 86th-minute goal sparked hope for Belgium and three minutes later, captain Youri Tielemans headed in an equaliser from Leandro Trossard's cross - the pair were earlier seen having a heated argument - to force extra time.
2 months ago
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Belgium and Senegal meet in the round of 32 with two contrasting group stage stories and a shared sense that neither side has shown their best football yet.
The Red Devils limped through Group G with back-to-back draws against Egypt and Iran before a 5-1 demolition of New Zealand got their tournament back on track and secured a spot in the knockout round.
Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Trossard lead the side with two goals apiece, while Kevin De Bruyne adds one more as a golden generation that finished third in 2018 makes another run at a first-ever World Cup **** le in 15 attempts.
Senegal's path was rockier, dropping their first two matches to France and Norway before a 5-0 rout of Iraq kept their knockout stage hopes alive and punched their ticket to the Round of 32.
Belgium and Senegal meet in the round of 32 with two contrasting group stage stories and a shared sense that neither side has shown their best football yet.
The Red Devils limped through Group G with back-to-back draws against Egypt and Iran before a 5-1 demolition of New Zealand got their tournament back on track and secured a spot in the knockout round.
Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Trossard lead the side with two goals apiece, while Kevin De Bruyne adds one more as a golden generation that finished third in 2018 makes another run at a first-ever World Cup **** le in 15 attempts.
Senegal's path was rockier, dropping their first two matches to France and Norway before a 5-0 rout of Iraq kept their knockout stage hopes alive and punched their ticket to the Round of 32.
2 months ago
Leandro Trossard reminded ******* nal supporters exactly what he is capable of on Friday night, scoring twice as Belgium cruised to a convincing 5-1 victory over New Zealand to book their place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stages.
The Belgian international looked lively from the opening whistle and was unfortunate not to score inside the opening 15 minutes when his left-footed strike crashed against the inside of the post before somehow staying out.
It was an early warning for New Zealand, and Trossard continued to threaten. Another effort was diverted onto the roof of the net after excellent work from Kevin De Bruyne before the breakthrough finally arrived in the 28th minute.
De Bruyne’s corner caused problems inside the penalty area, and Trossard reacted quickest to bundle home Belgium’s opener.
The ******* nal winger doubled both his tally and Belgium’s lead early in the second half. Receiving another clever pass from De Bruyne inside the area, his initial effort was blocked, but Trossard showed excellent composure to smash home the rebound on the volley.
The Belgian international looked lively from the opening whistle and was unfortunate not to score inside the opening 15 minutes when his left-footed strike crashed against the inside of the post before somehow staying out.
It was an early warning for New Zealand, and Trossard continued to threaten. Another effort was diverted onto the roof of the net after excellent work from Kevin De Bruyne before the breakthrough finally arrived in the 28th minute.
De Bruyne’s corner caused problems inside the penalty area, and Trossard reacted quickest to bundle home Belgium’s opener.
The ******* nal winger doubled both his tally and Belgium’s lead early in the second half. Receiving another clever pass from De Bruyne inside the area, his initial effort was blocked, but Trossard showed excellent composure to smash home the rebound on the volley.
2 months ago
New Zealand and Belgium go head-to-head at BC Place this Saturday in the World Cup. The match will be broadcast live at 04:00 on BBC One.
In their last game, New Zealand lost 1-3 against Egypt (World Cup 2026). In their last outing, Belgium drew 0-0 against Iran (World Cup 2026).
New Zealand ( vs Egypt 2026-06-22): Max Crocombe, Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace, Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic, Callum McCowatt, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just, Chris Wood
Belgium ( vs Iran 2026-06-21): Thibaut Courtois, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Brandon Mechele, Maxim De Cuyper, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Alexis Saelemaekers, Kevin De Bruyne, Leandro Trossard, Romelu Lukaku
In their last game, New Zealand lost 1-3 against Egypt (World Cup 2026). In their last outing, Belgium drew 0-0 against Iran (World Cup 2026).
New Zealand ( vs Egypt 2026-06-22): Max Crocombe, Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace, Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic, Callum McCowatt, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just, Chris Wood
Belgium ( vs Iran 2026-06-21): Thibaut Courtois, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Brandon Mechele, Maxim De Cuyper, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Alexis Saelemaekers, Kevin De Bruyne, Leandro Trossard, Romelu Lukaku
2 months ago
Last month, **** nal reached only the second Champions League final in the club's history and our first in 20 years. While the journey ultimately ended in heartbreak after a penalty shootout defeat to PSG, it was nevertheless a campaign packed with memorable nights and major milestones.
Arsenal began their 2025/26 Champions League campaign in September 2025 away to Athletic Club while sitting top of the Premier League table. In front of almost 50,000 supporters, Mikel Arteta's side secured a comfortable 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.
A trip to Olympiakos followed in early October, bringing back memories of the Greek side's famous Europa League triumph over **** nal in 2020. This time, however, there was no upset as the Gunners claimed another 2-0 win, with Martinelli and Bukayo Saka finding the net.
Less than three weeks later, **** nal hosted Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium. The Spanish side would later stand between **** nal and a place in the final, but on this occasion Arteta's men were dominant. Viktor Gyokeres scored twice, while Martinelli continued his excellent European form and Gabriel completed a convincing 4-0 victory.
By the halfway stage of the League Phase, **** nal travelled to Slavia Prague, a side they had famously beaten to reach the Europa League semi-finals in 2021. The Gunners produced another professional display, winning 3-0 through a Bukayo Saka penalty and a brace from Mikel Merino.
Arsenal began their 2025/26 Champions League campaign in September 2025 away to Athletic Club while sitting top of the Premier League table. In front of almost 50,000 supporters, Mikel Arteta's side secured a comfortable 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.
A trip to Olympiakos followed in early October, bringing back memories of the Greek side's famous Europa League triumph over **** nal in 2020. This time, however, there was no upset as the Gunners claimed another 2-0 win, with Martinelli and Bukayo Saka finding the net.
Less than three weeks later, **** nal hosted Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium. The Spanish side would later stand between **** nal and a place in the final, but on this occasion Arteta's men were dominant. Viktor Gyokeres scored twice, while Martinelli continued his excellent European form and Gabriel completed a convincing 4-0 victory.
By the halfway stage of the League Phase, **** nal travelled to Slavia Prague, a side they had famously beaten to reach the Europa League semi-finals in 2021. The Gunners produced another professional display, winning 3-0 through a Bukayo Saka penalty and a brace from Mikel Merino.
2 months ago
From a mini version of Lamine, to a mother’s tears or **** an’s values, this World Cup keeps delivering unique moments.
After his performance against Spain and his statement that his mother had not been able to watch him at the World Cup, strings were pulled to make that dream come true. Against Uruguay, Vozinha got to know what it feels like to see your mother watching you shine at the biggest sporting event in the world.
No one doubts that Lamine Yamal is Spain’s sensation and biggest star, but now he’s even getting some very young imitators. Before the match against Saudi Arabia, this kid could easily pass for his twin brother — what do you think?
One of the images of this World Cup: in the Belgium-Iran match, Trossard suffers a nasty challenge and the medical staff are ready to come onto the pitch, but the players themselves stop them so as not to waste time. The doctor had never been so close to treating him, yet so far from being able to do so.
After his performance against Spain and his statement that his mother had not been able to watch him at the World Cup, strings were pulled to make that dream come true. Against Uruguay, Vozinha got to know what it feels like to see your mother watching you shine at the biggest sporting event in the world.
No one doubts that Lamine Yamal is Spain’s sensation and biggest star, but now he’s even getting some very young imitators. Before the match against Saudi Arabia, this kid could easily pass for his twin brother — what do you think?
One of the images of this World Cup: in the Belgium-Iran match, Trossard suffers a nasty challenge and the medical staff are ready to come onto the pitch, but the players themselves stop them so as not to waste time. The doctor had never been so close to treating him, yet so far from being able to do so.
2 months ago
Kevin De Bruyne was involved in a curious scene during Belgium's match against Iran this Sunday (21) at the World Cup.
He appeared to have "turned down" medical treatment for Leandro Trossard after his teammate suffered a hard foul in the attacking third.
Alireza Jahanbakhsh struck the Belgian forward's calf with the studs of his boot, leaving him down on the pitch for almost a minute and a half near the end line.
Belgium's medical staff came close to Trossard, but did not enter the field.
De Bruyne was standing next to Trossard and made a gesture indicating that medical treatment was not necessary.
He appeared to have "turned down" medical treatment for Leandro Trossard after his teammate suffered a hard foul in the attacking third.
Alireza Jahanbakhsh struck the Belgian forward's calf with the studs of his boot, leaving him down on the pitch for almost a minute and a half near the end line.
Belgium's medical staff came close to Trossard, but did not enter the field.
De Bruyne was standing next to Trossard and made a gesture indicating that medical treatment was not necessary.
2 months ago
Arsenal’s international contingent continued their World Cup journeys on Monday, with Leandro Trossard and Mikel Merino both featuring as Belgium and Spain were held to draws in their opening group-stage fixtures.
While neither nation managed to secure all three points, there were encouraging individual performances from the Gunners duo as Group G and Group H remain finely balanced after the opening round of matches.
Leandro Trossard played the full 90 minutes as Belgium opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle.
Belgium made a difficult start to proceedings when Emam Ashour fired Egypt into an early lead, leaving the European side chasing the game for much of the contest.
Trossard was one of Belgium’s brightest attacking outlets throughout and frequently looked capable of unlocking the Egyptian defence. The Red Devils eventually found their equaliser midway through the second half when Mohamed Hany turned the ball into his own net under pressure.
While neither nation managed to secure all three points, there were encouraging individual performances from the Gunners duo as Group G and Group H remain finely balanced after the opening round of matches.
Leandro Trossard played the full 90 minutes as Belgium opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle.
Belgium made a difficult start to proceedings when Emam Ashour fired Egypt into an early lead, leaving the European side chasing the game for much of the contest.
Trossard was one of Belgium’s brightest attacking outlets throughout and frequently looked capable of unlocking the Egyptian defence. The Red Devils eventually found their equaliser midway through the second half when Mohamed Hany turned the ball into his own net under pressure.
2 months ago
Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time since 2006, beating Atletico Madrid 1-0 at the Emirates in the semi-final second leg to advance 2-1 on aggregate. The result eliminates Los Colchoneros from European competition and ends a 20-year wait for the London club at this stage of the tournament.
The tie had been level heading into the second leg, the sides having drawn 1-1 at the Metropolitano in Madrid, where Viktor Gyökeres converted from the spot for ******* nal and Julián Álvarez equalised for Atletico via a penalty of his own.
Bukayo Saka (23) scored the only goal of the second leg in the 44th minute, turning in a rebound at close range after Jan Oblak had parried a shot from Leandro Trossard. It was a straightforward finish from inside the six-yard box, but it proved sufficient to send ******* nal through on aggregate.
Reports ahead of kick-off had noted that fireworks were set off outside Atletico’s team hotel at approximately 1:30 a.m. the night before the match, an apparent attempt to disrupt the visitors’ preparations – though Simeone made no public reference to it in the build-up to kick-off.
Arsenal’s defensive organisation was central to securing the result. With a 1-0 lead and aggregate parity broken, Mikel Arteta’s side managed the second half without conceding the chance that would have forced extra time, restricting Atletico to speculative efforts from distance.
The tie had been level heading into the second leg, the sides having drawn 1-1 at the Metropolitano in Madrid, where Viktor Gyökeres converted from the spot for ******* nal and Julián Álvarez equalised for Atletico via a penalty of his own.
Bukayo Saka (23) scored the only goal of the second leg in the 44th minute, turning in a rebound at close range after Jan Oblak had parried a shot from Leandro Trossard. It was a straightforward finish from inside the six-yard box, but it proved sufficient to send ******* nal through on aggregate.
Reports ahead of kick-off had noted that fireworks were set off outside Atletico’s team hotel at approximately 1:30 a.m. the night before the match, an apparent attempt to disrupt the visitors’ preparations – though Simeone made no public reference to it in the build-up to kick-off.
Arsenal’s defensive organisation was central to securing the result. With a 1-0 lead and aggregate parity broken, Mikel Arteta’s side managed the second half without conceding the chance that would have forced extra time, restricting Atletico to speculative efforts from distance.
