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Declan Rice Shines in Arsenal's 3-0 Victory Over Real Madrid

4/9/2025

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Declan Rice dazzled fans as he propelled Arsenal to a breathtaking 3-0 triumph over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals, netting two spectacular free kicks in the second half. His historic feat marked him as the first player to score twice from set pieces in a knockout match. Arsenal now eyes a semifinal berth in the upcoming second leg on April 16.

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Declan Rice dazzled fans as he propelled Arsenal to a breathtaking 3-0 triumph over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals, netting two spectacular free kicks in the second half. His historic feat marked him as the first player to score twice from set pieces in a knockout match. Arsenal now eyes a semifinal berth in the upcoming second leg on April 16.