Arsenal star goalkeeper David Raya has expressed delight after helping the Gunners advance to the Champions League quarterfinals after an epic victory against FC Porto on penalties.
Arsenal’s journey in the UEFA Champions League has reached new heights, as they clinched a thrilling victory over FC Porto on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium, Footballrover reports.
Leandro Trossard secured a nail-biting single-goal win as the Gunners overcame a 1-0 first-leg deficit, defying the odds.
The match culminated in a nerve-wracking penalty shootout, where goalkeeper David Raya emerged as the hero, making crucial saves against Wendell and Galeno to propel Arsenal into the quarterfinals.
Reflecting on the monumental achievement, Raya expressed immense pride, labelling it as one of the defining moments in his illustrious career.
“I think it’s one of the biggest moments in my career—my whole career. I put it up there, and hopefully there’s many more to come here,” remarked the Spanish shot-stopper.
Raya’s stellar performance not only solidified Arsenal’s advancement but also vindicates Mikel Arteta’s astute decision to entrust him with the key role of the team’s No. 1 goalkeeper.
Apart from his heroic penalty saves, the 28-year-old has had a brilliant outing with three crucial stops during regular time, earning him the prestigious title of UEFA Champions League Player of the Match.
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Since the 2016 final between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, penalties have not decided a Champions League knockout tie until this historic clash.
As Arsenal savours their momentous triumph, they eagerly anticipate their quarter-final opponents, marking their return to the competition’s last eight after a 14-year hiatus.
In the upcoming stage, Arsenal will vie for European glory against formidable adversaries such as Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, Paris St-Germain, and Real Madrid, alongside potential contenders emerging from Wednesday’s fixtures.
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