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The numbers behind Arsenal's Champions League test against Paris Saint-GermainFresh off their stunning quarter-final victory over last season's champions, Real Madrid, Arsenal now face Paris Saint-Germain in a thrilling two-legged semi-final. PSG, having already eliminated tournament favorites Liverpool, promise a fierce challenge. The Emirates Stadium is set to erupt, mirroring the electric atmosphere when Arsenal triumphed over Real Madrid. With both teams delivering some of the most exhilarating matches in recent Champions League history, fans are in for a spectacle. While Luis Enrique’s PSG have dominated Ligue 1, Arsenal boast an impressive unbeaten record against them, with two wins and three draws in their last five encounters.
Head-to-Head and Historical Stats Arsenal hold a notable unbeaten record against PSG, having gone 5 matches without defeat across all competitions. This includes: - 2 wins - 3 draws Recent Form: Arsenal won 2-0 in the 2024/25 Champions League league phase at the Emirates on October 1, 2024, with goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka. Historical Meetings: - 1993-94 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup semi-finals: Arsenal won 1-0 and drew 1-1 - 2016-17 Champions League group stage: Arsenal drew 1-1 and 2-2 PSG's Struggles in England PSG have struggled away from home against English teams in the Champions League, losing 5 of their last 6 matches. Their recent record includes a 2-0 loss to Arsenal earlier this season.
Team Form Entering the Match Arsenal's Strong Form - Unbeaten in last 12 matches (6 wins, 6 draws) - Won 7 of last 8 Champions League games - Dominant quarter-final performance against Real Madrid (5-1 aggregate) - Key stats: - Led match for 53% of total game time in 2024/25 Champions League (highest among all teams) - Trailed for only 6% of game time (second only to Inter) PSG's Mixed Form - Won only 1 of last 4 matches (lost 1, drew 2) - Recent setbacks: 3-1 loss to Nice, 1-1 draw with Nantes - Positive trend: 18-game scoring streak away from home - Advanced to semi-finals with wins over Liverpool (1-0 on penalties) and Aston Villa (5-4 aggregate)
Head-to-Head Trends - Arsenal have scored at least 2 goals in last 4 home matches against PSG - PSG have lost their last 3 visits to England in the Champions League This sets the stage for an intriguing matchup, with Arsenal's recent form and home advantage potentially giving them an edge over a PSG side looking to bounce back from inconsistent results.
Key Player Arsenal - Bukayo Saka: A pivotal player with 9 goals and 6 assists in 16 Champions League appearances. Saka's form has been impressive, and his goal against PSG in October showcased his importance to the team. - Injuries and Absences: Arsenal face significant challenges with several key players out: - Thomas Partey (suspended) - Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhaes, Kai Havertz, and Jorginho (injured) - Mikel Merino, Ben White, and Riccardo Calafiori (doubtful) - Impact on Lineup: Leandro Trossard is likely to lead the line, and the midfield and attacking options will be limited
Key Player PSG - Ousmane Dembélé: A key player in PSG's attack with 7 goals and 3 assists in the 2024/25 Champions League. Dembélé's form has been impressive, and he's close to matching Kylian Mbappé's PSG single-season record of 11 goal involvements. - Dribbling Threat: PSG boast several players with high dribbling stats in the Champions League: - Désiré Doué (3.1 completed dribbles per 90 minutes) - Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (2.7) - Bradley Barcola (2.6) - Dembélé (2.2) - No Absences: PSG have a fully fit squad, giving Luis Enrique flexibility in his lineup choices. Bradley Barcola might start over Doué after his performance against Nice.
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