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In a plot twist that even FIFA career mode wouldn’t dare script, Arsenal just steamrolled Real Madrid 3–0. And yes, you read that right—THREE. TO. NIL. Declan Rice decided to forget he’s a defensive midfielder and instead cosplayed as David Beckham with a grudge, smashing in two free kicks that had Madrid’s wall flinching like it was sponsored by IKEA.

Let’s talk characters. Mikel Arteta looked like he was ascending to heaven mid-celebration, while Ancelotti resembled a substitute teacher who’s just realised he left the exam paper in his Uber. Gabriel Jesus danced, Bukayo Saka torched defenders, and somewhere in Spain, Florentino Pérez probably unplugged his TV mid-second goal.

The setup? Champions League semis, second leg, Bernabéu hype machine in full tilt. Madrid came in smirking like it was already written. Arsenal walked in like it was just another away day in Wolverhampton. But instead of crumbling under pressure, the Gunners pressed so hard they nearly broke the turf—and Madrid’s collective ego.

Zooming out, this is a seismic moment for the English club still haunted by invincibles-past and Champions League ghosts. For Arsenal fans, this was therapy in the form of football violence. For Madrid? A rare humiliation that’ll probably trigger a €600 million transfer tantrum in the summer. Expect a Saudi prince, Mbappé’s third cousin, and a cloned version of Modrić in the next window.

Latest? Rice is now trending harder than Easter memes, and Arsenal are through to the final—where they’ll likely face Bayern or City. Either way, someone’s going to cry, and we’ll be watching with popcorn. Sources: SBS Sport – “Arsenal stun Real Madrid with 3-0 away win in UCL semi-final” ABC Sport – “Declan Rice double powers Arsenal into Champions League final” The Guardian AU – “Arteta’s men shock Real Madrid in ruthless display”