Declan Rice sets new UCL record in Arsenal win over Real Madrid

The Gunners defeated the Spanish giants at the Emirates with two free-kick goals from Declan Rice and another from Mikel Merino.

Real Madrid conceded three goals to the Gunners in the first leg of the quarterfinal match at the Emirates.

Declan Rice dominated the midfield against Real Madrid, earning him the Man of the Match award.

A new record was set by Declan Rice in the Champions League quarterfinal game against Madrid.

According to Fabrizio, “Declan Rice is the FIRST player ever to score 2 goals from direct free kicks in a Champions League knockout stage match, reports @OptaJean.”

Declan Rice etched his name in the annals of Champions League history by becoming the first player ever to score two free kicks in a quarter-final match.

This remarkable feat was achieved against Real Madrid, further solidifying Rice's reputation following his big-money move.

Rice’s free kick also broke a long streak for the Gunners, having last scored a free kick in September 2021 against Burnley.