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Arsenal and Benfica play out 1-1 draw in Rome

Soccer Football - Europa League - Round of 32 First Leg - Benfica v Arsenal - Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy - February 18, 2021 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring their first goal [REUTERS/Alberto Lingria]

Bukayo Saka earned Arsenal a 1-1 draw at Benfica in the first leg of their Europa League last-32 tie on Thursday.

The youngster slotted home from close range in the 57th minute just after Benfica grabbed the lead with Pizzi's penalty.

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