The UEFA Champions League semi-finals promise to deliver fireworks as Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain gear up for a thrilling first-leg encounter later today. With both teams in scintillating form, this clash sets the stage for a battle of tactical brilliance, individual flair and high stakes as they vie for a coveted spot in the final.
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Arsenal vs Paris Saint-Germain
Tuesday 29 April, 20:00
Emirates Stadium
Arsenal have certainly placed more focus on their Champions League outings in past weeks, with the acceptance that Liverpool were certain to win the English Premier League title, but the Gunners are still in superb form across all competitions.
The Gunners are unbeaten in their last 12 outings across all tournaments, with three victories from their four Champions League matches in that time, including a sensational 5-1 aggregate victory over Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.
That will give the Gunners huge confidence heading into this clash, and with the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino and Declan Rice all enjoying a superb run of form, Arsenal will have every reason to believe they can secure a first-leg victory.
However, Arsenal will certainly face no easy task, taking on one of the most-improved sides across Europe over the past months, with PSG now heading into this clash as second favourites to lift the trophy behind Barcelona
PSG have already lost to Arsenal this campaign, a 2-0 defeat in the league phase, but the Parisians have massively improved since that loss in October, confirming their Ligue 1 title triumph and impressive knocking out Liverpool and Aston Villa in the last knockout rounds.
Luis Enrique’s men will look to dominate the ball at the Emirates, with Arsenal expected to deploy their familiar formidable defensive tactics, meaning this match is sure to be an entertaining battle of two different styles.
Arsenal Predicted XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Merino, Rice; Saka, Trossard, Martinelli
Paris Saint-Germain Predicted XI: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Kvaratskhelia, Dembele, Barcola
Bet9ja Booking Codes
Arsenal to win, 2.20 – Book Here
While PSG have certainly improved since their last visit to the Emirates, the Gunners are still enjoying a superb season and will be on cloud nine after defeating Real Madrid in the last round.
Given Arsenal also boast the home advantage, where the crowd will create a sensational atmosphere in an attempt to push their players over the line, we believe that the Gunners will secure a narrow advantage to take to Paris in the second leg.
Over 1.5 goals, 1.26 – Book Here
We may believe that the defensively strong tactics of Arsenal will ultimately prevail in the first leg, but we do expect plenty of action and goals in this first leg encounter.
Both teams have scored a massive 30 goals so far this tournament, with Arsenal managing that tally in 12 fixtures and PSG in 14 outings, showing the attacking strength of both teams, and we expect at least 1.5 goals in this match.
Ousmane Dembele to score anytime, 3.25 – Book Here
One of the reasons that PSG have been so strong in front of goal is the remarkable season that Ousmane Dembele is enjoying, with the winger-turned-striker recording the best campaign of his career.
Dembele has netted a career-high 32 goals in 44 matches this season, 18 higher than his next best season tally, including a particularly crucial goal in the 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the second leg of that tie.
Given the sensational season that Dembele is enjoying, he could be a good bet to score tonight.
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Gabriel Martinelli to score anytime, 4.25 – Book Here
Another star who is heading into this game with a large goal threat is Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli, with the Brazilian hitting goalscoring form in recent outings.
The winger netted a late goal to secure the second-leg victory against Real Madrid, while netting another in the 4-0 victory over Ipswich Town in the following match.
Bet9ja Odds (at time of writing): Arsenal win: 2.20, Draw: 3.550, PSG to win: 3.50