The Day Arsenal Silenced the Bernabéu!

On 21 February 2006, Arsenal produced one of the most memorable moments in their recent history when they beat the mighty Real Madrid 1-0 at the Santiago Bernabéu in a match valid for the round of 16 of the 2005/06 UEFA Champions League.

It was the first time an English club had beaten Real Madrid on home soil in European competition — and the Gunners did it with style, personality and a touch of genius from their star player.

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The Legend's Goal

In the 47th minute of the first half, Thierry Henry burst from midfield, passed Ronaldo , Guti and Ramos with class and finished with precision into Casillas ' corner, scoring one of the most iconic goals of his career. A true masterpiece in the Madrid temple.

A Secure, Mature and Inspired Arsenal

Despite the Merengue's attacking strength, which included stars such as Zidane, Beckham, Robinho and Ronaldo himself, Arsenal showed impressive defensive solidity. With a defense led by Kolo Touré and a solid Lehmann in goal, Arsène Wenger 's team held on to the result with authority.

The Historical Context

Arsenal were coming off an inconsistent Premier League season and were betting all their chips on the Champions League. Real Madrid were under pressure from fans who were impatient with their lack of European success since 2002. The result was a clash of realities — and the Londoners came out on top.

In the return leg at Highbury, a goalless draw sealed Arsenal's historic qualification for the quarter-finals, beginning the club's best European campaign, which would only be interrupted in the final against Barcelona.

A Game Forever

The victory at the Bernabéu is still celebrated by Arsenal fans as one of the club's greatest international achievements. And what about Henry's goal? A symbol of leadership, technique and courage. A true postcard from the career of one of the greatest strikers of all time.

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A historic match, a great goal that defined an era and a performance worthy of football's golden books. Real Madrid 0x1 Arsenal at the Bernabéu was more than just a victory — it was a declaration of greatness.

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