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Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain score: Ousmane Dembele's early goal is the difference as PSG win 1-0 in London

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With a goal in the fourth minute of play from Ousmane Dembele, Paris Saint-Germain has moved one step closer to making their first Champions League final since 2020 after defeating Arsenal 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday. Arsenal had the better chances of the two sides, but all it took was one connection from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Dembele on a mishit shot to put PSG ahead, and then Gianluigi Donnarumma held strong to keep things where they were.

The Italian keeper made five saves during the match but it's his save on Gabriel Martinelli that was a stunning one. With Martinelli streaking down the pitch, the Brazilian kept his shot low, and Donnarumma was able to get to the lowest point in his net to stop it, keeping a clean sheet. Donnarumma has been immense in the Champions League knockout rounds for PSG, and he'll be needed to push them to a UCL final.

The Gunners were able to adjust after 20 minutes of dominance from PSG, but they couldn't find a finishing touch. Arsenal won the xG battle 1.62 to 1.07 and saw a goal from Mikel Merino ruled out during the match, so anything can happen in the second leg. That will take place in Paris on May 7, and can also be watched, as always, on CBS and Paramount+.

In the end, PSG's defense did a good job of limiting chances from the Arsenal star trio of Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Declan Rice. Real Madrid weren't able to do that, leading to a heavy loss, and PSG's midfield trio did a great job of winning their battles and controlling tempo. Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha and Joao Neves are able to interchange while picking up attackers and filling in for fullbacks Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi when they go forward.

Arsenal will need a response for this in the second leg, and it'll be even harder at a rocking Parc des Princes. If Dembele's star shines brightest in the second leg, PSG will book their place in the UCL final, but Mikel Arteta's defense has enough on their side to stop that from happening.

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FINAL: Arsenal 0, PSG 1

Both teams had their chances during the clash but PSG did the better chance of taking theirs, which will see them head home with a one-goal lead. Arsenal struggled to win their individual duels in the first half and saw a goal from Mikel Merino ruled out after the second half. This is very much in the balance heading to that second leg.

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PSG will want that back 

Bradley Barcola was in on goal but dragged his shot wide left and was unable to get an important second goal in this clash. Arsenal will take it if it stays this way but it could be level.

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Barcola creates a chance

Joao Neves has a great chance from outside the box but couldn't bring it down with a chance to put PSG ahead by two goals in the match.

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Ousmane Dembele will exit the match

He has already scored to give PSG a lead and will be replaced by Bradley Barcola. This moves Desire Doue into the middle of the attack, bringing a slightly different look in the clash. 

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Donnarumma again!

Arsenal thought they had a goal again when Leandro Trossard fired an excellent shot on goal but the big man Gianluigi Donnarumma was able to get down and stop the chance, keeping PSG's narrow one goal lead intact.

April 29, 2025, 8:16 PM
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Just off

Set piece magic came close! Right after the half the Arsenal line setup offside but came back and Mikel Merino rose highest to put the ball into the net. It was training ground stuff, but the goal won't count because Arsenal didn't get back in line.

April 29, 2025, 8:11 PM
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What's gone wrong?

On average, this has been a good defensive performance from Arsenal until you look under the hood. Usually, their system relies on winning individual duels in their defensive third and with the strength of PSG on the ball, that isn't happening. The Gunners have only won 26% of duels in their defensive third, allowing PSG to fire off shots. While those shots are coming from low percentage areas, when you have attackers like the Parisians, it doesn't matter as any chance can hit the back of the net.

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Forced into action

It's Martinelli again but Donnarumma knew right where the ball was going to come up with a massive save. It was set up by Lewis-Skelly and these are the chances that Arsenal can't afford to miss as we've reached halftime in the match.

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A moment for Arsenal

Saka delivered an excellent cross into the box to Gabriel Martinelli that the Brazilian couldn't get on the end of. It wouldn't have counted due to being offside but these are the kinds of attacks that Arsenal needs to get through PSG's defense in the early going.

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Is Khvicha Kvaratskhelia the best January signing ever?

The Georgian has been a game-changer since joining PSG from Napoli. His partnership with Dembele and unpredictable nature on the dribble has kept teams on edge in trying to defend and Arsenal is learning that in the first half. The Gunners have tried to adjust but when PSG decides to go forward, there isn't anything that a team can do to stop them.

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It's all PSG

So far, PSG has taken four shots, putting two on target and scoring a goal and Arsenal hasn't found an answer. It could only be a matter of time until PSG gets another goal.

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GOAL! Arsenal 0, PSG 1 

Ousmane Dembele strikes immediately with help from the post. It's a link up between Kvaratskhelia and Dembele and Arsenal trails less than five minutes into the clash.

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Arsenal 0, PSG 0 (1H)

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Time to get underway

Just five minutes until kickoff in London.

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Prediction: Arsenal 1, Paris Saint-Germain 2 

Arsenal may have picked up a straightforward 2-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the league phase, but this version of Luis Enrique's side is very different from the one that was last in North London in October. The French champions have slowly but surely become Europe's most exciting team, uniquely managed by Enrique in a way that makes them hard to beat. Expect a competitive game at the Emirates Stadium but one that eventually swings PSG's way thanks to an attacking might that is better than Arsenal's, and potentially with the help of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after his strong showing at Aston Villa two weeks ago. -- Pardeep Cattry

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Best bet: Both teams to score (-146) 

This is more juice than I'd usually be comfortable with, but in a game that's hard to break down between Arsenal and PSG, it's best to rely on star attackers to get the job done. PSG will come in with additional fire after seeing their invincible league season go up in smoke, but with Arsenal's strong defense, this is unlikely to be a high-scoring match. That doesn't mean that both teams won't score however, as PSG is just as likely to concede a goal as they are to score one.

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Player to watch: Declan Rice

Likely to move into a deeper midfield role given Thomas Partey's suspension and Jorginho's injury, will the hero of the quarterfinal be able to bring a more progressive type of performance to the Emirates Stadium? Arsenal are going to need someone who can impose themselves physically on PSG's ultra technical midfield. In theory, Rice should be the perfect man for that.. -- James Benge

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PSG starting XI

Gianluigi Donnarumma; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, FabianRuiz ; Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

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Arsenal starting XI

David Raya; Jurien Timber, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior, Myles Lewis-Skelly; Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice, Mikel Merino; Bakayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli

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How to watch Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain, odds

  • Date: Tuesday, April 29 | Time: 3 p.m. ET
  • Location: Emirates Stadium -- London, England
  • TV: CBS | Live stream: Paramount+ (Star Cam: CBS Sports Golazo Network)
  • Odds: Arsenal +105; Draw +250; Paris Saint-Germain +250
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Hello and welcome 

Arsenal's defense has been among the best in the Champions League, but facing PSG, the Gunners will be put to the test. Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have led PSG's attack during this tournament but between David Raya and William Saliba, Arsenal will be up for the test.

April 29, 2025, 6:13 PM
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