In a pulsating UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash, Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Arsenal FC shared the spoils with a 1–1 draw. Sardar Azmoun (42') and Bukayo Saka (52') exchanged crucial goals, leaving both sides evenly matched in this thrilling contest. The result preserves Leverkusen's slim hopes, but Arsenal will be wary of a potential away goal advantage in the rematch.