Arsenal heads to Paris for the decisive second leg of their Champions League semi-final against PSG, aiming to overturn a narrow one-goal deficit.
After falling short in their Premier League title chase, the Gunners set their sights on European glory. For a while, things were looking promising under Mikel Arteta—until their first-leg clash with PSG, where they delivered one of their most disappointing home performances of the tournament.
Despite their struggles, Arsenal escaped with only a single-goal deficit, giving them a lifeline heading into the return fixture at Parc des Princes.
PSG, on the other hand, squandered several clear-cut chances at the Emirates but remain content with their advantage. The Parisians have developed a knack for eliminating English opposition, having already dispatched Manchester City in the league phase and sent both Liverpool and Aston Villa packing in the knockout rounds.
With Arsenal now in their sights and PSG boasting three wins in their last four Champions League home games, Luis Enrique’s side will feel confident about finishing the job.
Only two teams in the history of the modern Champions League have progressed to the final after losing the opening leg, which suggests that the odds are stacked against the Gunners.
Despite competing for silverware in recent years, the pressure on Arteta is ramping up as the trophy cabinet in North London continues to gather dust.
Wednesday offers Arsenal an opportunity to take a step closer towards the biggest trophy in club football, but getting past this high-flying PSG outfit will take every ounce of their ability.
