Arsenal edge past Porto on penalties

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Arsenal emerged victorious over Porto, winning 4-2 on penalties and securing their place in the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2010 in a tense battle at the Emirates Stadium.

After an enthralling second leg that ended 1-1 on aggregate, David Raya emerged as the hero for Arsenal, making crucial saves in the penalty shootout to break the hearts of the two-time champions.

Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta expressed his relief and joy after the match, emphasizing the significance of the victory for the club.

“It has been 14 years, which is a long time for a club like Arsenal, and it shows how difficult it was,” Arteta stated. “We really had to dig in to find the magic moment at the end.”

Raya, on loan from Brentford, described the moment as “great personally and collectively,” expressing gratitude for the opportunity to play for Arsenal and compete in the Champions League.