Kai Havertz came off the bench to steal a vital first-leg advantage for Arsenal in their Champions League quarter final against Sporting.

Martin Zubimendi had a goal disallowed as Mikel Arteta’s side pushed for a goal – but they needed David Raya to make a couple of fine saves too.

The game looked sure to finish goalless but Gabriel Martinelli picked out fellow sub Havertz with a fine pass and the Germany international poked home an assured finish.

Havertz won the Champions League for Chelsea back in 2021 and could again prove a key player in the run in after an injury-hit season.

Arsenal sent on Max Dowman who, at 16 years and 97 days, became the youngest player to appear in the knockout stages of the Champions League in the competition’s history, overtaking Lamine Yamal against Napoli in February 2024 (16y 223d).

More to follow.