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It was definitely Arsenal’s game of the season. I wonder where this Arsenal was all season, they could have used this level of performance to win the Premier League. I think Real Madrid came into the game overconfident that they were going to get a win. I could see the shock on Madrid players faces when the first goal went in. They underestimated Arsenal in their own home, that’s why they lost.
You have said it all. Yesterday was the first time that I have seen Arsenal fight and win an important match with all determination. Look at how Arsenal played Madrid as if they're a mediocre team and they couldn't do anything but to accept the shame and disgrace.
I don't see any hope for Madrid in the second leg because it's like a mission impossible for them since Arsenal wouldn't just sit down fold their arms and watch Madrid win them by scoring four goals without retaliating back. I can't wait to see Arsenal in the semifinals.
Arsenal not only embarrassed Real Madrid but also everyone who had underestimated them before the match. I think many bettors suffered losses with Arsenal impressive performance yesterday, it was their best performance of the season. Perhaps no one imagined Real Madrid would perform that poorly, they looked weak in every position except the goalkeeper. Many lessons can be learned from that match, including how we appreciate Arsenal going forward.
Therefore, now is the time to place Arsenal as the favorite to qualify for the semifinals. If they succeed in eliminating Real Madrid, they even deserve to be considered strong candidates for the title this season. The second leg certainly won't be easy, Real Madrid will try to turn things around at the Santiago Bernabeu, even though their chances are very slim. Arsenal will enter the match without any burden, they just need to play safely and maximize the potential of their defenders.