‌The Gunners got their season “back on track” with an impressive Champions League win at Sporting Lisbon to give themselves a huge chance of reaching their first-ever back-to-back semi finals. “But as I say, I’m still really disappointed and sad. That game is huge for Arsenal but, whereas before the Sporting win it was building into a nerve-shredding affair, they will now have a bit more confidence. ‌“Every game is - hopefully - really important now until the end of April and also hopefully the end of May. When asked whether he has ever warmed up for a Champions League game like that before, he added: “It was my first time!

Source: Daily Mirror April 08, 2026 17:32 UTC