Arsenal have their date with destiny as they prepare to take on Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-finals.
Tomorrow’s first leg should prove pivotal to the final outcome of the tie, with the onus on the Gunners to deliver another positive European display at the Emirates.
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Arsenal vs Paris Saint-Germain
Tuesday, April 29, 8pm
Emirates Stadium, London
Live on Amazon Prime
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Arsenal enjoyed a welcome weekend off to prepare for this fixture following a disappointing 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace last Wednesday.
The Gunners’ league form has been poor of late, with the players and manager clearly far more focused on Champions League matters.
Mikel Arteta’s side dismantled PSV Eindhoven in the last 16 by winning 9-3 on aggregate and then thrashed Real Madrid 5-1 across two legs in the quarter-finals.
PSG just about edged past Aston Villa in the previous round following a thrilling match at Villa Park, while the Ligue 1 side beat Liverpool on penalties in the last 16.
So Luis Enrique’s men know a thing or two about playing in England, although they do not have fond memories of the Emirates. PSG lost 2-0 in North London during the League Phase, with Arsenal dominating proceedings from start to finish.
However, Arteta will be well aware that the Parisians are now a different proposition. Top scorer Ousmane Dembele was not part of the squad last time around, while fleet-footed winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia had not yet arrived from Napoli.
Although, PSG’s air of invincibility has been blown away somewhat after their 3-1 home loss to Nice last Friday, the first defeat suffered in Ligue 1 all season.
Enrique fielded a full-strength XI at the Parc des Princes as well, so Arsenal can have hopes of emulating their sensational 3-0 home win over Real Madrid.
But with Thomas Partey suspended and Mikel Merino an injury doubt, the Gunners may struggle at times to match the intensity and sheer attacking power provided by the visitors.
Arsenal vs Paris Saint-Germain Odds
*All odds are subject to change
But Arsenal are the favourites to claim a first-leg win at 2.12. A PSG victory is priced at 3.45, while the draw is 3.47.
Arsenal vs Paris Saint-Germain Betting Tips
Ousmane Dembele to have over 1.5 shots on target @ 2.63
PSG’s leading scorer this season is no stranger to taking shots. In fact, no player has recorded more this season (58), while his 20 shots on target in the Champions League places him fourth in that metric overall.
Player to score or assist – Declan Rice @ 2.75
Even though Rice will likely play deeper due to Partey’s absence, we are still tipping him to contribute in the final third, particularly with his prowess from set-pieces. Rice has four goals and two assists in the Champions League this season.
Arsenal to score over 1.5 goals @ 2.08
Arsenal have not found goals hard to come by in the Champions League of late and PSG’s attack and midfield are stronger entities than their defence. The Gunners have scored over 1.5 goals in their last eight European matches.
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