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Arsenal reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in 14 years after beating Porto on penalties. 

The Gunners were taken to the competition's first shootout since the 2016 Champions League final, after matching Porto's 1-0 victory from the first-leg.

Mikel Arteta's side made no mistakes from the spot, while David Raya made saves from Wendell and Galeno.

Some players played starring roles throughout the match, though there were some that were not up to their usual high standards.

Mail Sport's Isaan Khan gives his verdict on how Arsenal's players performed during the second-leg of their Round of 16 tie.  

Arsenal reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League after beating Porto on penalties

Arsenal reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League after beating Porto on penalties

DAVID RAYA: 7

Air of calmness between the sticks. Good save to parry out Evanilson’s first-half strike. This felt crucial.

BEN WHITE: 6.5

Carried on from where he left off against Brentford, making in-roads down that right flank. Occupied much space in midfield.

WILLIAM SALIBA: 6 (BOOKED)

Not to his usual high standards. Looked shaky on the ball which gave Porto confidence.

GABRIEL: 6

Got away with some meaty challenges. Was very much up for this but very close to the line occasionally.

JAKUB KIWIOR: 6.5

Has really come along in recent weeks. Stood up when needed in defence. Could

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