Declan Rice's outstanding performance in Arsenal's 2-1 Champions League quarter-final win over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu has catapulted him into the limelight as one of the world's best midfielders. The 26-year-old, who joined Arsenal in 2023, was instrumental in the Gunners' victory, controlling the game with his impressive display. Rice's five interceptions over the two legs were the most of any player involved, while he also had the joint-most shots on target (four). Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's manager, hailed Rice's performance, stating, "He turned the game around, he was immense, he made a difference." Former Arsenal players Martin Keown, Matthew Upson, and Rio Ferdinand also praised Rice's performance, comparing it to Roy Keane's legendary display for Manchester United in the 1999 Champions League final and Steven Gerrard's efforts in Liverpool's 2005 Champions League triumph. Arsenal will face Paris St-Germain in the semi-finals, with Rice set to play a crucial role in their quest to win the Champions League.
Source: BBC Sports Football
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