Arsenal vs. PSG Preview, Prediction, and Top Betting Picks
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Get ready for a thrilling showdown between Arsenal and PSG on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, as they square off in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals at the Emirates Stadium. These two titans of European football have never tasted Champions League glory and are eager to change that this season.
Match Information:Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025Time: 21:00Location: Emirates Stadium
Arsenal in Form
The Gunners have been unstoppable lately, boasting an impressive 12-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. After securing back-to-back victories against Chelsea and Fulham at home, they drew 1-1 at Everton. A 3-0 home victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League semifinal first leg was followed by a 1-1 draw at Brentford in the league. Despite the recent draw against Crystal Palace, Arsenal show no signs of slowing down.
Arsenal Squad
Injuries and knocks have hampered Arsenal's hopes, with Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz marred by long-term absences in attack. Defenders Gabriel and Takehiro Tomiyasu are also set to miss out. Riccardo Calafiori should return to the squad, while Ben White and Mikel Merino are expected to recover from their knocks to feature. Jorginho remains sidelined.
Arsenal Confidence
With the league wrapped up and second place assured, Arsenal can channel their full focus on the Champions League. The team is eager to seize the first-leg advantage and prepare for the challenging return match in Paris.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in Form
PSG have suffered two defeats in their last four matches, ending a 30-fixture unbeaten streak before the slump. They displayed resilience by edging past Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield in the Champions League quarterfinals, thanks to a penalty shootout victory. Domestically, three consecutive league wins helped PSG clinch the Ligue 1 title.
PSG Squad
Luis Enrique has all of his players at his disposal, with Kang-in Lee returning from injury to bolster the attack. For this crucial clash, Desire Doue is set to feature ahead of Bradley Barcola. Marquinhos will take up his position in defense over Lucas Beraldo.
PSG Motivation
While they have stumbled in Ligue 1, PSG remain 100% focused on the Champions League. They'll be aiming to avoid defeat and exert their dominance on the pitch, as they did in their recent match vs Liverpool.
Important Statistics
- Arsenal are undefeated in their last three matches against PSG (won two)
- Arsenal maintain an outstanding 11-match unbeaten streak at home in UEFA Champions League fixtures (9 wins)
- PSG have lost just 3 of their last 34 matches in any competition
- PSG's Dembele scored 27 goals in his last 29 matches, although he remains goalless in his last five
- PSG have only won four of their previous 18 away Champions League matches against English clubs
Conclusion
Arsenal’s home form and their previous success against PSG make them strong favorites for the first leg. A narrow win is anticipated at the Emirates.
Best Bet: Arsenal win at 2.30 Alternate Bet: Both Teams to Score at 1.76 High Value Bet: Arsenal win by exactly one goal margin at 3.65
Betting Connoisseur:
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Fun Fact
Arsenal's current squad boasts players from 18 different countries, a Champions League first.
- In the UEFA Champions League semifinals on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal, experiencing an impressive 12-match unbeaten streak, will face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), aiming to secure their first Champions League title.
- Despite injuries to Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, Gabriel, and Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal's form is so strong that they show no signs of slowing down, with Riccardo Calafiori, Ben White, and Mikel Merino expected to return to the squad.
- With their league title secure, Arsenal aims to capitalize on the Champions League opportunity and secure a first-leg advantage against PSG, whose focus remains solely on the Champions League.
- PSG, despite a recent slump, have been resilient, overcoming Liverpool in a penalty shootout in the Champions League quarterfinals. Kang-in Lee's return should bolster the attack for the crucial clash, with Desire Doue favored to start over Bradley Barcola.
- Athletes from 18 different countries make up Arsenal's current squad, a unique achievement in Champions League history. As both teams prepare for the high-stakes showdown, sports enthusiasts alike are eager for predictions and odds for the outcome, with James O'Connor, a football analyst and UEFA A-licensed coach, providing expert analysis on the match.
