Inter Milan’s Hakan Calhanoglu proved yet again why he’s the ultimate penalty king 👑, scoring the decisive spot-kick to secure a 1-0 victory over Arsenal in a tense UEFA Champions League clash! The Turkish midfielder’s flawless record—19 penalties converted out of 19 since joining Inter—left fans in awe as the Italian giants edged closer to knockout-stage qualification 🏆.
Penalty Drama & Arsenal’s Frustration
The game’s turning point came just before halftime when a controversial handball call against Arsenal’s Mikel Merino 🤚 handed Inter their golden chance. Despite a VAR check, the decision stood, and Calhanoglu coolly slotted the ball past David Raya. Arsenal’s second-half onslaught—14 attempts!—was thwarted by Inter’s rock-solid defense and goalkeeper Yann Sommer, who pulled off a stunning save against Kai Havertz 🧤.
What’s Next?
While Inter sit pretty with 10 points in Group A, Arsenal’s recent struggles (only 2 wins in 6 games) leave them outside the top eight automatic qualifiers. The return of captain Martin Odegaard ⭐️ from injury offered a glimmer of hope for Gunners fans, but creativity woes haunted Arteta’s side in Milan. Meanwhile, Calhanoglu’s ice-cold nerves stole the spotlight—proving once again that pressure? He doesn’t know her 😎.
