PSG - Arsenal summary: goals, stats and highlights | Champions League semi-final
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Champions League final confirmed
Here we go! It'll be Paris Saint-Germain taking on Inter Milan in the UCL final this year.
Incredibly, it will be the first time that these two teams have ever met in a competitive fixture. What a time for the game!
Delight for PSG, heartbreak for Arsenal
A spirited performance from Arsenal wasn't enough as the clinical Parisians took their chances when they came. Luis Enrique's side will take on Inter Milan in the final in Munich.
Peep peeeeep peeeeeep
Full time in Paris and PSG are into the Champions League final!
Into the final minute of added time now and the home crowd is ready for lift-off. The atmosphere has been building in the last few minutes and the entire Parc des Princes is on its feet now, bouncing in unison.
Another Partey thow-in is hurled into the PSG box. Again, it ends up in the arms of Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Trossard picks up the ball on the edge of the box but he can't make space for a shot. PSG bodies crowd him out, and eventually get the ball clear.
They've done very well to get this far, but Arsenal's lack of a recognised No. 9 has really cost them across these two legs.
Arsenal get space for White on the right wing. He clips the ball into the box but Mikel Merino's head is well off-target.
We're going to have five minutes of added time in Paris.
Kvaratskeilia makes a late burst down the right and wins a throw-in, sparking a huge roar of applause from the PSG fans. They're closing in.
Bukayo Saka
Arsenal think they should get a free kick in the middle of the field. There's some pushing in the aftermath and Saka gets a yellow card.
Another chance for Arsenal. Ben White comes on to replace Jurrien Timber.
Fresh legs, and another potential target in the PSG box.
PSG try to break with Hakimi but he can't control a long pass from the left. The hosts are struggling to get up the field since that Saka goal.
Can Bukayo Saka conjure something for Arsenal?
He's Arsenal main match-winner and they really need something from his now. Can he drag them back from the brink?
Good break from PSG finds Dembele in space in the box. He tries to whip the ball past Raya with his left foot but the Arsenal goalkeeper is equal to it.
Arsenal survive.
Huge chance, missed by Saka!
Arsenal down the left again, this time with Calafiori. The Italian whips in a teasing cross that evades Donnarumma and finds Saka, but his right-footed effort flies over the crossbar.
The goal was empty!
Declan Rice wins the ball high up but Arsenal can't make anything of it. PSG seem to be dropping back deeper now, conceding the space to Arsenal.
Arsenal have about 15 minutes remaining to save their Champions League campaign. That Saka goal has certainly quietened the home crowd, which was in full-on party mode after that Hakimi goal.
Can Arsenal get another and make this a really nervous ending for PSG?
GOOOOAAAAAL! Bukayo Saka
Out of nowhere, Trossard bundles his way down the right flank and finds Saka in the middle. The Englishman pokes the ball home and the deficit is back down to two goals.
They couldn't, could they?
It was an error from Thomas Partey, caught in possession on the edge of his own box. The loose ball finds it's way to Hakimi and the Moroccan star whips his shot into the bottom corner.
GOOOOAAAAAAL! Achraf Hakimi
The PSG fullback curls in a brilliant right-footed strike and they look to be marching into the final of the Champions League!
And now PSG make a change...
Top scorer Ousmane Dembele comes on for the final 20 minutes of the 90, replacing Bradley Barcola.
It was a slow, slow run-up from Vitinha. He tried to out-wait the Arsenal goalkeeper but Raya stood tall and made a brilliant save down to his left.
Penalty saved by Raya!
What a stop. Arsenal are still in the game!
Quick Arsneal change before the spot kick...
Calafiori and Trossard come on for Lewis-Skelly and Martinelli.
This really could be the tie. If Vitinha can convert this, it's a long way back for Arsenal...
Penalty given - PSG!
The home crowd have a penalty! Out of nowhere.
Replays show an Arsenal arm was struck when blocking the ball from a PSG shot. Nightmare for Arsenal...
Hold on, the referee's been called across for a VAR check...
So close for Saka!
The Englishman gets some space on the right, cuts inside and curls a left-footed effort towards the far top corner. Somehow, out of nowhere, Donnarumma hurls himself across the goalline and tips it wide.
Sensational stop.
Saliba nearly gets in trouble as he struggles to deal with a long ball forward towards Barcola. The ball bounces lose by Barcola is penalised for a foul.
Bit of a let-off, for the Gunners.
As we hit the hourmark, Arsenal are probably the team in the ascendency.
But all they've really created since the break are a few balls lifted into the box. Meat and drink, for a goalkeeper of Donnarumma's quality.
Saka takes the corner from the right and forces Donnarumma to punch away from under his own crossbar.
Good move for Arsenal, working it out to Saka on the right. He has a sight of goal but it's on his right. His effort is deflected wide for a corner.
Sharp break from PSG finds Doue in the Arsenal box. He's surrounded by defenders but he manages to open his body and poke a shot just wide of Raya's goal.
Good tracking back from Kvaratskeilia, who prevents Saka from latching on to a long ball forward.
Ousmane Dembele emerges from the bench to begin his warm-ups. A huge applause from the PSG crowd.
Bukayo Saka takes a tumble and falls awkwardly. A moment of concern for Arsenal fans, but he's back on his feet quickly.
Arsenal enjoy a bit of possession to start the second half but PSG are pressing them well, preventing them building through the lines.
The Gunners need to score twice but they are up against one of the most fearsome counter-attacking units in world soccer.
What can Arsenal muster in this second half? A comeback in Paris would surely rank among their greatest European results.
Second half underway!
And we're back...
Arsenal players struggle defensively
The WhoScored ratings for the first half suggest that the Arsenal defence (and defensive midfield) could have done better in Paris. Can they up it after the break?
Joao Neves battling for PSG
In the past PSG were considered a bit too flaky to win the Champions League. This year's team is an entirely different proposition, typified by the industrious Joao Neves in the middle of midfield.
If they are to see this game out, he will be a key part of it.
Can Arsenal turn it around? / Benoit Tessier / REUTERS
PSG take a two-goal lead at the break
With 45 minutes to go in this tie, Paris Saint-Germain are heading to the Champions League final. Arsenal dominated in the first 20 minutes but Donnarumma kept them out and Fabian Ruiz made them pay.
Can the Gunners turn it arround?
Half time in Paris
That's that for the first half. Good early chancres for the Gunners but a brilliant strike from Fabian Ruiz gives PSG a 2-0 aggregate lead in this semi-final tie.
Good play from Saka to make some space and whip a low ball across the face of goal but there's no one there to meet it for Arsenal.
We're going to have 2 minutes of added time at the end of the first half in Paris.
Great pass forward form Raya gets Saka running in behind the PSG backline but the Englishman checks back onto his left foot and the chance disappears. Saka needed to be more direct there.
Good play from Arsenal! Saka finds a bit of space on the right and curls a low cross into the middle. Merino isn't closest but he can't deflect it on target.
Frustration for Arsenal.
Last few minutes of the first half. Can Arsenal fashion a late chance?
Timber floats in a good cross from the right but Merino can't get his head on it. The lack of a real striker is going to make the job at hand difficult for Arsenal today.
Good play from Timber to win the ball off Kvara and get Arsenal moving forward again. The move breaks down, though. Both teams battling hard to end the half on top.
Arsenal press well and Partey wins the ball back, but immediately passes it to a PSG shirt.
Frustrating for the Gunners.
PSG are starting to exert some control on the game now. That midfield trio is taking charge.
Good hold-up play from Merino nearly gets Rice in a shooting position but his effort is blocked.
Good work from Arsenal with Declan Rice nodding the ball into the path of Merino. His volleyed effort is off-target, but it was a well-worked opening.
Fabian Ruiz strike puts PSG in the driver's seat.
For fans in the US, here's a look at that outrageous Fabian Ruiz goal...
PSG come forward again and the ball lands at the feet of Barcola, who makes himself some space and forces a good save from Raya.
Arsenal on the ropes now.
The free kick was swung in by Vitinha and headed out by Partey. The loose ball lands at the feet of Vitinha, who shifts the ball onto his left foot and thrashes the ball past Raya and into the back of the net.
A strike of the highest quality from Fabian Ruiz!
GOOOOOOOAAAAAAL! Fabian Ruiz
What a strike from the PSG man! Sensational strike and a crucial lead on the night for his team.
Declan Rice
The Arsenal man goes into the book for a heavy challenge on Kvaratskeilia.
Free kick to PSG on the left, good crossing position...
Donnarumma denies Arsenal
It's been an impressive start from the Italian goalkeeper, maintaining his side's slender lead with some sharp saves.
Desire Doue nearly makes them pay! Barcola pinches the ball off the Arsenal backline and sets Doue through but his effort on goal is weak.
Sloppy from Arsenal...
Another crossing opportunity for Timber on the right but it's miscued and sails out for a goal kick.
Will Arsenal regret not taking advantage of this bright start?
Another corner kick for Arsenal. Rice swings it in but PSG clear.
So close from Kvara!
Sensational. Kvaratskeilia cuts inside from the left and curls a right-footed effort past David Raya but it strikes the post.
PSG so close to a commanding lead!
For the first time in the game PSG manage a spell of possession in the Arsenal half. The fans appreciate it and the volume goes up a few notches.
After a quarter of an hour, it's been an impressive start from Arsenal. They haven't scored but they've generated a number of real chances.
Thomas Partey is taking every throw-in near to the PSG box and is hurling in the long throws. It's already earnt at least one opening.
After a worrying few moments for PSG, Donnarumma is back on his feet to help defend the corner.
It's well defended at the near post by Vitinha who manages to get the ball clear.
Brilliant from Donnarumma but he seems to be feeling the effects. He's receiving medical treatment on the pitch...
What a save from Donnarumma!
The ball breaks on the edge of the PSG box and Odegaard lashes a fierce volley towards the bottom corner. The keeper shows brilliant reflexes to get down low and slap the ball wide.
Corner kick is swung in dangerously by Rice but Donnarumma gets out well to punch the ball clear.
Martinelli makes good progress down the right flank and wins a corner kick off Hakimi. Corner kick Arsenal...
Really good start from Arsenal, who are taking the game to PSG here. The home crowd don't like it.
Arsenal denied from close range!
Thomas Partey hurls in a long throw from the left and Martinelli nearly bundles it over the line.
Great save from Donnarumma!
Timber gets down the right for Arsenal and curls in a cross, met by Rice in the middle. The midfielder's header is off-target. Good opening, that.
First opening for the Gunners.
Nice feet form Desire Doue to skip past Myles-Skelly on the right. The youngster has a big job on his hands today.
Right from the off, it looks like Bradley Barcola will start down the middle for PSG. Desire Doue starts on the right flank.
And we're off!
PSG get things underway in the French capital...
PSG fans take aim at Arsenal with tifo
It's safe to say that PSG fans have probably won the battle of the banners over the course of these two legs...
The teams are out!
The two sets of players are out on the turf in front of a packed Parc des Princes.
Neither of these two illustrious clubs have ever won the Champions League. For one of them, their hopes for this season's competition end today.
PSG take a 1-0 lead into the second leg but that tiny margin means that an aggregate draw is still very much on the cards. If Arsenal secure a one-goal win on the night, here's what happens next...
Arsenal's David Raya warms up ahead of the game. / FRANCK FIFE / AFP
Kick-off approaches in Paris
Both sets of players have returned to the locker rooms. The stands are packed. Kick-off in this Champions League semi-final is now just ten minutes away...
Key player: Declan Rice
For the Gunners, the lack of a recognised No. 9 has forced Mikel Arteta's side to look elsewhere for goals. Bukayo Saka hasn't quite hit top form since returning from injury, while Martin Odegaard looks well off the pace.
That means the expectations on Declan Rice will be even higher...
Key player: Kvicha Kvaratskheilia
The Georgian wideman only joined PSG in January but he has wasted little time in making himself a key part of the team. With Ousmane Dembele on the bench due to injury, PSG might be looking to Kvaradona for a moment of magic.
Micah Richards gets acquainted with the PSG faithful
The CBS Sports crew will be covering the game live and Micah 'Big Meeks' Richards is the roving reporter on the street of Paris. The former Manchester City defender certainly seems to be enjoying himself.
Arsenal are out in Paris!
Mikel Arteta's team emerge onto the field at Parc des Princes to a volley of boos from the home support. The home of PSG has become a very intimidating venue for travelling teams. Can Arsenal silence that crowd today>
Achraf Hakimi pays tribute to Dembele
“He has recovered well. I was able to speak with him, he feels good. The coach will make the decision. If he is not there, someone else will be. He is a very important player, but he helps us on and off the pitch.”
Ousmane Dembele absence a major blow for PSG
He's struggled for consistency in the past but Ousmane Dembele can be be considered among Europe's best forwards. In fact, no one has scored more goals than him in 2025.
Will he have an impact off the bench?
Why isn't Ousmane Dembele playing for PSG?
The Frenchman was substituted with 20 minutes remaining in last week's first leg, reportedly suffering a hamstring strain. He's only fit enough for a place on the bench today. Is that going to be a key moment?
Arsenal have never won the Champions League/European Cup.. / BEN STANSALL / AFP
Declan Rice ready to make history
Speaking ahead of the second leg in Paris, Declan Rice reflected on the progress made under Mikel Arteta. And on the work that is still to be done.
“We’re a young team, but if we want to keep being one of the best teams and want to win stuff, we need to keep taking these massive steps. Tomorrow night is a big step to take and we’re fully driven by the fact that there’s a final 90 minutes away, so we need to be ready.”
Gunners welcome back Ghanaian. / David Price / Arsenal FC via Getty Images
Thomas Partey returns for Arsenal
Big boost for Mikel Arteta for the trip to Paris. The combative Thomas Partey will return to the team having served a one-match suspension in the first leg. Will he make the difference?
More magic from Declan Rice tonight?
He's one of the best midfielders in the world, but did anyone know that Declan Rice could do that?
The Englishman scored two stunning free kicks in the quarter-final win over Real Madrid, the first that he had scored as a professional. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta recounts the moment...
Team ethic can be the strength, say Luis Enrique
"Honestly, I don't believe that any one area of the team is superior to the others. Regardless of the players, that's one of Paris Saint-Germain's great strengths this season. We're not a team that speculates, no matter who our opponents are. It's not easy to do, you have to follow very clear principles."
Mikel Arteta aims sly dig at Liverpool
"Winning trophies is about being in the right moment in the right place. Liverpool have won the title with less points than we have in the last two seasons. With the points of the past two season we have two Premier League [titles]."
"Hopefully we will be in the right place in the right moment in Paris and earn that right to be in the final."
The scene is set in Paris
Although not one of the most storied, there are few more intimidating venues in European soccer than Parc des Princes in full voice. They will certainly be up for the challenge tonight as PSG continue their pursuit of a first Champions League titles in team history. Is it their year?
Wondering how to watch the Champions League in the United States? We'll have full live commentary right here on AS USA, but you can also choose to watch or stream...
Dembele x Kvaratskheilia strikes against Arsenal
Here's the stand-out moment from last week's first leg. A direct run from Kvara and clinical finish from the in-form Frenchman. Will we see more of the same today in Paris?
A week is a long time in soccer, and you may well have forgotten a few of the key moments from last week's first leg. Here's a look back at the first meeting of PSG and Arsenal...
What time is kick off?
For fans in the United States, the Paris Saint-German - Arsenal game will kick off at 3pm ET / 12 noon PT.
Can Arsenal do it?
The Gunners have not always found consistency in the league this season but in Europe, they have shown their class. A statement victory over Real Madrid set them up as genuine title contenders. They need another special performance to overturn a 1-0 deficit against PSG.
Well, how do you follow that?
Yesterday, Inter Milan and Barcelona put on one of the most spectacular semi-finals of all time. The Italians eventually triumphed 4-3 on the night, giving them a 7-6 win on aggregate.
Tonight, Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal battle for the chance to join them in the 2024/25 Champions League final.
Here's you live matchday coverage...