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Arsenal’s Champions League quarter-final tie with Real Madrid is set for a thrilling conclusion, but disciplinary concerns could create extra drama.
With a 3-0 advantage from the first leg, Arsenal needs to avoid further yellow cards to prevent suspensions for key players in their potential semi-final clash.
Arsenal’s Disciplinary Risks: Who’s at Risk of Suspension?
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Arsenal’s squad faces some serious disciplinary hurdles as they head into the second leg at the Bernabéu.
Four of their key players are one yellow card away from suspension, which would see them miss the Champions League semi-final first leg if Arsenal progress.
Jurrien Timber
Declan Rice
Thomas Partey
Gabriel Martinelli
If any of these players pick up a booking, they’ll be forced to sit out the semi-final, potentially leaving Arsenal short-handed at a crucial stage of the tournament.
Real Madrid’s Suspension Woes
Just like Arsenal, Real Madrid also faces suspension concerns.
Also Read: Arsenal Overcome a 2-0 First-leg Deficit to Oust Real Madrid from the Champions League
Five of their stars are walking the same disciplinary tightrope:
1. Vinicius Junior
2. Luka Modric
3. Antonio Rudiger
4. Endrick
5. Lucas Vazquez
Additionally, manager Carlo Ancelotti could face a touchline ban if he earns a yellow card, adding another layer of tension to the already high-stakes match.
How Yellow Cards Impact Champions League Teams
A yellow card in this match could have major implications for both teams’ tactics.
If players are suspended, they’ll miss the first leg of the semi-final, potentially leaving their teams vulnerable in one of the most important matches of the season.
> “A single yellow card could mean missing one of the biggest games of the season.”
However, there’s a silver lining: yellow card suspensions are wiped clean after the quarter-final stage, meaning players who avoid bookings in this match will go into the next round with a fresh slate.
What’s at Stake in This Champions League Tie?
With Arsenal leading 3-0 after the first leg, they’re in a strong position to move on to the semi-finals, where they could face Paris Saint-Germain.
The challenge now is managing the game, avoiding further yellow cards, and ensuring that no crucial players are sidelined for the next round.
Matchday Details
Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
Date: Wednesday
Referee: Francois Letexier (France), an experienced official in Ligue 1 since 2016
What’s at stake: A spot in the Champions League semi-final.
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