By Arsenal’s quest for a Champions League final berth was thwarted by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), who secured a 2-1 win at Parc des Princes, culminating in a 3-1 aggregate triumph. The French side now advances to face Inter Milan in the final
The match began with Arsenal pressing aggressively, creating early opportunities. Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard both tested PSG’s goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma, who proved instrumental in keeping the Gunners at bay.
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PSG broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute when Fabián Ruiz volleyed home, capitalizing on a lapse in Arsenal’s defense. Shortly after, a contentious handball decision awarded PSG a penalty, but David Raya’s save from Vitinha kept Arsenal’s hopes alive. However, a misstep by Thomas Partey allowed Achraf Hakimi to double PSG’s lead in the 58th minute.
Bukayo Saka reignited Arsenal’s aspirations with a goal in the 76th minute, but despite a late surge, the Gunners couldn’t overturn the deficit.
Post-match, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his pride in the team’s performance, stating, “We were very close, much closer than the result showed. I am very proud of the players.” He acknowledged the pivotal role of Donnarumma, noting, “Their best player on the pitch has been the goalkeeper; he has been the difference for them in the tie.”
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Reflecting on the team’s journey, Arteta added, “If we want to win this competition, we have to realize that. There are certain things that are on us.” Despite the disappointment, he emphasized the positives, saying, “To come here with a different context and still do that, it gives me a lot of positives for the future.”
Arsenal’s exit marks the end of their Champions League campaign, while PSG prepares for a showdown with Inter Milan in the final.
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