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PSG Edges Arsenal in Thrilling Champions League Encounter
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal 3-1 in a pulsating Champions League semi-final clash at the Parc des Princes in Paris on May 7th, 2025. The match, officiated by Germany’s Felix Zwayer, was a feisty affair marked by numerous cards.
PSG took the lead through Fabian Ruiz’s goal in the 27th minute. Arsenal struggled to contain the Parisian onslaught, with Vitinha missing a penalty in the 69th minute. However, PSG pressed on, and Hakimi extended their lead in the 72nd minute thanks to an assist from Dembele. Saka pulled one back for Arsenal in the 76th minute, but it proved too little, too late.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams displaying considerable intensity. Arsenal enjoyed more possession (54%) and more shots (18), but PSG were more clinical in front of goal (6 shots on target compared to Arsenal’s 4). Both sides accumulated many fouls and received several yellow cards; two for PSG and four for Arsenal.
Despite the defeat, Arsenal proved to be a formidable opponent, but PSG showed greater attacking prowess in key moments to secure victory.
Substitutions arsenal: at minute 68 R. Calafiori came in and M. Lewis-Skelly went out., at minute 69 L. Trossard came in and G. Martinelli went out., at minute 83 B. White came in and J. Timber went out.
Substitutions paris saint germain: at minute 70 O. Dembele came in and B. Barcola went out., at minute 74 L. Hernandez came in and D. Doue went out., at minute 88 G. Ramos came in and N. Mendes went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Paris Saint Germain
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Arsenal
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