, April 8 -- Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya was hailed as the world's best by teammate Kai Havertz after his heroics helped the Gunners beat Sporting 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

Havertz scored the late winner in the 91st minute, controlling a pass from Gabriel Martinelli and finishing calmly, but he was quick to credit Raya for keeping a clean sheet. The Spain international made a string of crucial saves, including a stunning fingertip stop to deny Maxi Araujo and a brilliant near-post save against Geny Catamo.

Manager Mikel Arteta also praised Raya, calling his performance "extraordinary" and highlighting the goalkeeper's influence in high-stakes matches. "The Champions League is always decided in the b...