Kai Havertz scored a late penalty to secure a 1-1 draw for Arsenal against Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday. The Gunners, who had won all eight group-stage matches, fell behind a minute into the second half when Leverkusen captain Robert Andrich headed home from a corner.
With time running out, Havertz calmly converted from the spot after Noni Madueke was fouled by Malik Tillman. The decision was checked by VAR but stood, despite appearing soft. The former Leverkusen player celebrated modestly against his old club.
Arsenal must now win the second leg at the Emirates Stadium to progress to the quarter-finals, where they would face either Bodo/Glimt or Sporting CP. The draw leaves them unbeaten in the competition this season, though their perfect record has ended.
