Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Head-to-Head Record & History
Arsenal have never lost to Real Madrid in four competitive meetings, a stark contrast to the Spanish giants’ 14 European Cups. Their 2025 Champions League quarter-final ended a 19‑year wait for a competitive meeting and reshaped the all‑time head‑to‑head. For similar head‑to‑head analysis, see Oud‑Heverlee Leuven vs Arsenal.
Total meetings (all competitions): 4 ·
Biggest win: Arsenal 3–0 (2025 first leg) ·
Most recent result: Real Madrid 1–2 Arsenal (2025 second leg) ·
Arsenal aggregate wins: 3 out of 4
Quick snapshot
- Arsenal lead the head-to-head with 3 wins and 1 draw (UEFA (governing body))
- No Real Madrid player has ever scored against Arsenal in this matchup (OneFootball (football media))
- Arsenal advanced 5–1 on aggregate in the 2025 quarter‑final (ESPN (sports broadcaster))
- Details of a rumoured 11–0 result are not backed by any official source
- A supposed 3–2 Champions League final between the two clubs has never occurred
- 2025 quarter‑final was the first competitive meeting since 2006 (UEFA (governing body))
- All four competitive matches have been in the Champions League (UEFA (governing body))
- Arsenal await the Champions League semi‑final draw
- Real Madrid’s elimination ends their European campaign for the season
Four matches across two decades, one pattern: Arsenal have never lost to Real Madrid in any competition. Here is the full breakdown of every recorded encounter.
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2006 | UCL Round of 16 | Real Madrid vs Arsenal | 0–1 (11v11 match database) |
| Mar 7, 2006 | UCL Round of 16 | Arsenal vs Real Madrid | 0–0 (11v11 match database) |
| Jul 24, 2019 | Friendly (ICC) | Real Madrid vs Arsenal | 2–2 (Madrid won on pens) (ESPN (sports broadcaster)) |
| Apr 8, 2025 | UCL Quarter‑final | Arsenal vs Real Madrid | 3–0 (ESPN (sports broadcaster)) |
| Apr 16, 2025 | UCL Quarter‑final | Real Madrid vs Arsenal | 1–2 (ESPN (sports broadcaster)) |
Arsenal have won 3 of 4 meetings and drawn the other — a perfect unbeaten record against the most decorated club in European competition history. The most dominant win came in the 2025 first leg at the Emirates, where Declan Rice scored two free kicks and Mikel Merino added a third.
The two 2006 round‑of‑16 matches saw Arsenal win 1–0 at the Bernabéu through a Thierry Henry goal, followed by a 0–0 draw at Highbury that sent Arsenal through. In 2025, Arsenal won the first leg 3‑0 at home and the second leg 2‑1 at the Santiago Bernabéu to advance 5–1 on aggregate.
What is the head‑to‑head record between Arsenal and Real Madrid?
How many official matches have Arsenal and Real Madrid played?
UEFA officially records four competitive matches between the two clubs, all in the Champions League (UEFA governing body). Two came in the 2005–06 round of 16, and two in the 2024–25 quarter‑finals. One additional friendly was played in 2019. According to 11v11 match database, Arsenal’s record stands at 3 wins, 1 draw, and 0 losses across all competitions.
What is the biggest win for either side?
Arsenal’s 3‑0 victory on April 8, 2025 at the Emirates Stadium is the largest margin of victory in the fixture (ESPN (sports broadcaster)). Real Madrid have never won a match against Arsenal in any competition. The goal tally across all meetings stands at Arsenal 6, Real Madrid 1.
What were the results of their Champions League encounters?
The two 2006 round‑of‑16 matches saw Arsenal win 1–0 at the Bernabéu through a Thierry Henry goal, followed by a 0–0 draw at Highbury that sent Arsenal through (11v11 match database). In 2025, Arsenal won the first leg 3‑0 at home (ESPN (sports broadcaster)) and the second leg 2‑1 at the Santiago Bernabéu (ESPN (sports broadcaster)) to advance 5–1 on aggregate.
The pattern underscores Arsenal’s resilience against European royalty.
When is the next Arsenal vs Real Madrid match?
The next meeting between Arsenal and Real Madrid has not yet been scheduled. The clubs most recently met in the 2025 Champions League quarter‑final. Arsenal await the semi‑final draw, while Real Madrid’s campaign has ended.
What was the date and venue of the 2025 Champions League clash?
The first leg was on April 8, 2025 at the Emirates Stadium; the second leg on April 16, 2025 at the Santiago Bernabéu.
How can fans watch highlights and analysis?
Arsenal’s official website provides build‑up, highlights, and post‑match analysis (Arsenal.com (official club site)). Live score platforms such as Fotmob (live football data) offer match stats, lineups, and minute‑by‑minute coverage.
What were the predicted lineups for the 2025 matches?
Lineups are available on Fotmob and other live‑score platforms. Detailed lineups for both legs can be found on UEFA’s match‑centre pages.
What happened in the 2025 Champions League quarter‑final?
How did the first leg unfold?
The first leg on April 8, 2025 at the Emirates Stadium ended Arsenal 3, Real Madrid 0. Declan Rice scored two free kicks and Mikel Merino added another goal (ESPN (sports broadcaster)). The result gave Arsenal a commanding lead heading into the return leg.
What happened in the second leg?
On April 16, 2025 at the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid scored first but Arsenal replied with two goals to win 2–1 on the night and 5–1 on aggregate (ESPN (sports broadcaster)). According to UEFA governing body, the two‑legged tie marked the most recent competitive meeting between the clubs.
Where can fans watch highlights and analysis?
Arsenal’s official website provides build‑up, highlights, and post‑match analysis for the fixture (Arsenal.com (official club site)). Live score platforms such as Fotmob (live football data) offer match stats, lineups, and minute‑by‑minute coverage.
Arsenal’s 5–1 aggregate win over Real Madrid was their first knockout‑stage victory against the Spanish giants since 2006. For Real Madrid, it was only the second time in club history they were eliminated from the Champions League by an English side after conceding five goals over two legs.
The implication: Arsenal have firmly established themselves as a threat to Madrid’s legacy.
How do Arsenal and Real Madrid compare historically?
Which club has more Champions League titles?
Real Madrid have won 14 Champions League titles — more than any other club in history (UEFA governing body). Arsenal have never won the competition; their best finish was a runners‑up spot in 2006, the same season they eliminated Real Madrid en route to the final.
How do their domestic trophy counts compare?
Real Madrid have won 35 La Liga titles, 20 Copa del Rey trophies, and 14 European Cups. Arsenal have won 13 Premier League titles, 14 FA Cups, and 0 European Cups. The contrast in continental silverware is the defining gap between the two clubs.
What does the head‑to‑head win percentage look like?
In four competitive meetings, Arsenal have won 75% of matches (3 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses). According to 11v11 match database, Arsenal’s 3–0–1 record against Real Madrid is one of the most dominant head‑to‑head records held by any club over the Spanish giants.
Four clubs, two histories, one table that captures the trophy gap.
| Metric | Arsenal | Real Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| Champions League titles | 0 | 14 |
| Domestic league titles | 13 | 35 |
| Domestic cups | 14 | 20 |
| Wins vs the other | 3 | 0 |
| Goals scored vs the other | 6 | 1 |
For another historical comparison, see Oviedo vs Real Madrid.
The catch: despite the trophy gap, Arsenal hold the psychological edge.
What is confirmed and what remains unclear
Confirmed facts
- UEFA records two official Champions League meetings before 2025, plus two in 2025 (UEFA governing body)
- Arsenal have never lost to Real Madrid in any competition (3 wins, 1 draw) (11v11 match database)
- The 2019 International Champions Cup ended 2–2, with Real Madrid winning on penalties
- Declan Rice scored two free kicks in the 3‑0 first‑leg win (ESPN (sports broadcaster))
- Goal tally: Arsenal 6, Real Madrid 1 across all competitive meetings
What’s unclear
- Details of an alleged 11‑0 result — no official source supports this claim
- A rumoured 3–2 Champions League final between the two clubs — this match has never taken place
- Whether Real Madrid will retain their manager after the quarter‑final elimination
Timeline: Every Arsenal vs Real Madrid meeting
- Feb 21, 2006 — Real Madrid 0–1 Arsenal (UCL Round of 16) — Thierry Henry scores the only goal at the Bernabéu (11v11 match database)
- Mar 7, 2006 — Arsenal 0–0 Real Madrid (UCL Round of 16) — Arsenal advance 1–0 on aggregate (11v11 match database)
- Jul 24, 2019 — Real Madrid 2–2 Arsenal (Friendly) — Real Madrid win 3–2 on penalties in Landover, Maryland
- Apr 8, 2025 — Arsenal 3–0 Real Madrid (UCL Quarter‑final first leg) — Rice (2), Merino (ESPN (sports broadcaster))
- Apr 16, 2025 — Real Madrid 1–2 Arsenal (UCL Quarter‑final second leg) — Arsenal advance 5–1 on aggregate (ESPN (sports broadcaster))
Notable perspectives on the fixture
The 2019 friendly saw Gareth Bale make a goalscoring return to Real Madrid in a thrilling 2–2 draw against Arsenal.
— ESPN (sports broadcaster) match report
No Real Madrid player has ever scored against Arsenal in this matchup — a remarkable statistic given the calibre of attackers Madrid have fielded over the years.
For Arsenal, the 2025 quarter‑final victory signals a return to Europe’s elite table after years of rebuilding. For Real Madrid, the elimination raises uncomfortable questions about squad depth and tactical adaptability in high‑stakes knockout football. The implication is clear: the head‑to‑head record now reads 3–0–1 in Arsenal’s favour, and until Madrid find a way past the Gunners’ defence, this fixture remains a psychological hurdle as much as a footballing one.
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Fans looking for a comprehensive overview can consult the Arsenal vs Real Madrid head-to-head record for a complete history of the fixture.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the 2019 friendly played?
The 2019 International Champions Cup match was played at FedExField in Landover, Maryland, USA. It ended 2–2, with Real Madrid winning 3–2 on penalties.
Has Arsenal ever won the Champions League?
No. Arsenal’s best finish was runners‑up in 2006, when they lost to Barcelona in the final. They have never won the competition.
Which channel broadcast the 2025 quarter‑final matches?
Broadcast rights varied by region. In the UK, the matches were shown on BT Sport; in the US, CBS Sports held the rights. Check local listings for your region.
What is the all‑time goal difference between Arsenal and Real Madrid?
Across all competitive meetings, Arsenal have scored 6 goals and Real Madrid have scored 1, giving Arsenal a +5 goal difference.
Has Real Madrid ever beaten Arsenal?
No. In four competitive meetings, Real Madrid have 0 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses (11v11 match database).
Who scored for Arsenal in the 3–0 win over Real Madrid?
Declan Rice scored two free kicks and Mikel Merino scored one goal in the April 8, 2025 first leg (ESPN (sports broadcaster)).
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