Sport Local May 06, 2025

PSG vs Arsenal: UEFA Champions League Semifinal Preview

Paris Saint Germain prepares to host Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League semifinal after winning the first leg 1-0 in London. The match will take place at Parc des Princes, with both teams aiming for a spot in the final.


PSG vs Arsenal: UEFA Champions League Semifinal Preview

The English football team Arsenal is currently in second place in the standings, as Liverpool has already been crowned champion. The head coach Mikel Arteta is working to ensure his team's participation in the upcoming UEFA Champions League.

For the upcoming match against PSG, Arteta plans to make two changes to the lineup. Jurriën Timber will come in at left back instead of Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Mikel Merino will occupy the center forward position in place of Leandro Trossard. The match will take place as part of the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg at the Parc des Princes, Paris.

Paris Saint Germain, managed by Luis Enrique, secured a 1-0 victory in the first leg in London. The host team will feature Gianluigi Donnarumma, Nuno Mendes, Willian Pacho, Marquinhos, Achraf Hakimi, Fabián Ruiz, Vitinha, João Neves, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembélé, and Désiré Doué in their starting lineup.

On the other hand, Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, comes off a defeat against Bournemouth in the English Premier League. Arteta is looking to secure his team's qualification to the final with a win or draw, changing their tactical formation to a 4-3-3. João Neves will be the only player retained in the starting eleven after the weekend's defeat.

The match will be officiated by Felix Zwayer from Germany, with Bastian Dankert in VAR. The broadcast will be handled by ESPN and FOX Sports for the fans.