UCL: ‘They’re a lot stronger’ – Joe Cole predicts Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal semifinal clash
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Joe Cole says Arsenal will meet Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi‑final after the Gunners edged Sporting 1‑0 in the quarter‑final and Atletico eliminated Barcelona 3‑2 on aggregate. The tie pits England’s league leaders against Spain’s seasoned side, setting up a high‑stakes clash
Former Chelsea player, Joe Cole has forecast the Champions League semi-final matchup between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid. Mikel Arteta’s Premier League leaders narrowly defeated Portuguese champions ,Sporting 1-0 in a closely contested quarter-final. Arsenal will face Spanish powerhouses Atletico after Diego Simeone’s team triumphed over La Liga rivals, Barcelona with a 3-2 aggregate score. Champions […] UCL: ‘They’re a lot stronger’ – Joe Cole predicts Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal semifinal clash