The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg between Bayer Leverkusen and Arsenal ended in a 0-0 draw after extra time at the BayArena on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The match kicked off at 5:45pm UK time, with both teams battling to a stalemate through 90 minutes and two additional periods.

This highly anticipated clash between two European powerhouses saw Arsenal travel to Germany for the opening leg of their knockout tie. The Gunners, looking to advance past the last 16 stage for the first time in recent years, faced a determined Bayer Leverkusen side on their home turf. Neither team could break the deadlock despite numerous attacking opportunities.

The goalless draw sets up a crucial second leg at the Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal will have home advantage in their quest to reach the quarter-finals. With the tie finely balanced, both managers will need to reassess their strategies ahead of the return fixture in London.