Real Madrid's UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie against Arsenal comes at a consequential moment for both teams in their pursuit of silverware, even if both sides enter the clash in different positions.

Declan Rice stole the show as Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Real Madrid on Tuesday night to put themselves in control of the quarter-final tie. The England international produced two incredible free-kicks to put the Gunners in complete control of their quarter-final tie.

Arsenal delivered a sensational 3-0 victory against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg, fuelled by Declan Rice's stunning free-kick double. Mikel Merino added a third, leaving Real in disarray after Eduardo Camavinga's late red card.