Arsenal will take a slender 1-0 advantage over Roma to the Olympic Stadium after Robin van Persie's penalty gave them victory in the first leg of their Champions League, last 16 tie on Tuesday.
The livewire Dutchman was bundled over by French defender Philippe Mexes after 37 minutes and got up to smash a low spot kick past keeper Doni.
Roma, knocked out of the competition for the last two seasons by Manchester United, had a handful of chances to pocket an away goal, but Arsenal should have built a bigger lead for the return leg.
Nicklas Bendtner wasted their best chance shortly after halftime, blazing wastefully over the crossbar while Roma's best effort came from a John Arne Riise drive that shaved the post.
After three consecutive 0-0 draws in the Premier League Arsenal began with real purpose at the Emirates.
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