Atletico fans give Arsenal a wild Champions League welcome, shower pitch with paper

The atmosphere at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium reached a boiling point ahead of the Champions League semifinal second leg.

Details: As soon as the Atletico and London’s Arsenal players emerged from the tunnel, the stands erupted— and not just with deafening roars. The Colchoneros’ supporters blanketed the pitch with thousands of rolls of toilet paper.

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This classic display—familiar to South American and some European stadiums—turned the turf into a snowy canvas even before the opening whistle.

As of the 20th minute, the score remains goalless.

Reminder: Arsenal have voiced their dissatisfaction with the state of Atletico’s pitch.