Quiz! Can you name Arsenal's starting XI from their famous Champions League win over Real Madrid in 2006?

Real Madrid faced Arsenal in the 2006 UEFA Champions League Round of 16
Real Madrid faced Arsenal in the 2006 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 (Image credit: Getty Images)

One of the most famous nights in Arsenal European history came back in 2006.

Level at 0-0 in their round of 16 clash first leg with Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, the occasion needed a hero, and boy did it get one.

Thierry Henry's mazy run and finish is still widely considered to this day as one of the all-time great goals in the competition, as Arsene Wenger's side emerged 1-0 winners after a 0-0 draw in the second leg back at Highbury.

But could you tell us who started that very game for Arsenal in Madrid that night? We want you to name the 11 players selected by Wenger to start the tie on February 21 2006.

Don't worry, take as much time as you need, with no need to chase the clock on this occasion.

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Matthew Holt

Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally as a six-a-side call-up.