After Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday, British commentator Piers Morgan praised midfielder Declan Rice.
Remember how Bukayo Saka’s lone goal helped Arsenal advance to the Champions League final?
In response, Morgan called Rice a “magnificent warrior” for his effort against Diego Simeone’s team in a post on X.
What a performer. What a show. I adore @_DeclanRice. Just a great warrior.
Following the match, Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, gave striker Viktor Gyokeres particular recognition.
The Sweden international was outstanding against Atletico Madrid, according to Arteta.
In his post-match interview following the game, Arteta remarked, “He was immense.”
“What he’s providing to the team is simply amazing.”



