Arsenal finished third in the group stage of the new Champions League format, meaning the Londoners have qualified for the knockout stages of the tournament. In the round of 16, PSV was the opponent. After a huge victory in Eindhoven (1-7) and a draw in England, Arsenal easily advanced to the cup. In the quarter finals, record title holder Real Madrid awaited. At home, Arsenal defeated the Madrilenians with no less than 3-0. And the away match in Estadio Santiago Bernabeu was also a prey for the Londoners (1-2).