Arsenal drew 1-1 against Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the BayArena. The result ended a run of seven consecutive victories for the London club in this season’s competition. Kai Havertz opened the scoring for the visitors in the first half after latching onto a pass from Martin Odegaard, according to Sky Sports.
Bayer Leverkusen equalised following the interval when Patrik Schick headed in from a corner kick. The goal marked a rare set-piece concession for Mikel Arteta’s side. Arsenal set-piece coach Nicolas Jover spoke with Leverkusen manager Kasper Hjulmand regarding the routine after the final whistle, per The Guardian.
Both sides had chances to secure a late advantage, but the match remained level ahead of the second leg in London. The draw represents the first time Arsenal have failed to win a match in the current European campaign. The two teams meet again at Emirates Stadium on 25 March to decide which club progresses to the quarter-finals, per UEFA.
