Havertz's Late Strike Secures Arsenal Narrow Victory Over Sporting CP in Champions League

📅 2026-04-08

Kai Havertz delivered a dramatic stoppage-time winner to hand Arsenal a crucial 1-0 victory over Sporting CP in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash. The match appeared headed for a frustrating stalemate for the Gunners until Havertz, introduced as a substitute, struck late to secure the narrow advantage. The result leaves Arsenal with a slender lead heading into the second leg.