The first leg of the 2024/25 Champions League semi-final between Arsenal (England) and PSG (France) will take place on April 29 at the Emirates Stadium in London. Arsenal vs. PSG: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Referee: To be announced
Predicted lineups for Arsenal vs. PSG
Arsenal (4-3-3): Aaron Ramsdale – Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Kieran Tierney – Martin Ødegaard, Thomas Partey, Granit Xhaka – Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli.
PSG (4-2-3-1): Gianluigi Donnarumma – Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Sergio Ramos, Nuno Mendes – Marco Verratti, Danilo Pereira – Lionel Messi, Neymar, Kylian Mbappé – Mauro Icardi.
Arsenal
Mikel Arteta's side has been impressive in their Champions League campaign, reaching the semi-finals after a thrilling victory over Real Madrid in the quarter-finals. Arsenal remains unbeaten at home in this competition, with strong defensive displays and a potent attack led by their young stars.
- Arsenal has won 4 of their last 5 home matches in the Champions League.
- The team has kept a clean sheet in 3 of their last 4 home games in this tournament.
- Arsenal has scored at least two goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches in the Champions League.
PSG
Managed by Christophe Galtier, PSG reached the semi-finals after overcoming Bayern Munich in a dramatic quarter-final clash. The French giants have shown resilience on the road, with their attacking trio of Messi, Neymar, and Mbappé posing a constant threat to opponents.
- PSG has not lost in regular time in their last 5 away matches in the Champions League (3 wins, 2 draws).
- The team has scored at least one goal in all their away games in this tournament so far.
- PSG has conceded more than one goal in just 1 of their last 6 away matches in the Champions League.
Arsenal vs. PSG: Match Prediction
Both teams have been in excellent form throughout the competition, making this a highly anticipated clash. Arsenal's solid home record and PSG's potent attack suggest an intriguing battle. However, with both defenses capable of holding their ground, this match may not see a high number of goals.
Considering the strengths and strategies of both teams, my prediction: Total under 3.5 goals