In a week marked by high-stakes clashes and dramatic outcomes, Arsenal delivered a commanding performance to eliminate Real Madrid from the UEFA Champions League, while Nigerian singer Portable secured a decisive victory over Speed Darlington in a celebrity boxing match.​

⚽ Arsenal Ends Real Madrid's Champions League Reign

Arsenal advanced to their first Champions League semi-final since 2009 by defeating defending champions Real Madrid with a 5-1 aggregate score. Following a 3-0 victory in the first leg, the Gunners secured a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabéu on April 16. Bukayo Saka opened the scoring in the 65th minute, and Gabriel Martinelli added a stoppage-time goal, sealing the triumph despite a brief equalizer from Vinícius Júnior.

Arsenal's disciplined defense effectively neutralized Madrid's key attackers, including Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior. Manager Mikel Arteta highlighted the significance of this victory, noting that such performances enhance the club's appeal to potential transfer targets.

Real Madrid's elimination has intensified scrutiny on manager Carlo Ancelotti, with reports suggesting internal tensions and speculation about his future with the club.

🥊 Portable Triumphs Over Speed Darlington in Celebrity Boxing Match

In a much-anticipated celebrity boxing event titled "Chaos in the Ring," Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, defeated fellow artist Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, with a second-round technical knockout. The match took place on April 18 at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos.​

The bout, organized by Game Rush and Balmoral Promotions, stemmed from a series of online exchanges between the two entertainers. Portable's victory adds to his previous success in celebrity boxing, having defeated Nollywood actor Charles Okocha in December 2023.