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PSG and Arsenal Finalize Preparations for Champions League Semi-Final Clash

PSG holds a 1-0 aggregate lead as both teams confirm key player availability and Paris braces for heightened security ahead of Wednesday's decisive match.

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Ousmane Dembélé lors du match aller contre Arsenal, en demi-finale de la Ligue des champions, le 29 avril à Londres.

Overview

  • PSG's Ousmane Dembélé, who scored in the first leg, has been declared fit and is expected to start following successful training sessions.
  • Arsenal welcomes back defenders Jurriën Timber and Riccardo Calafiori, bolstering their squad ahead of the return leg at the Parc des Princes.
  • Over 2,000 police officers will be deployed across Paris, with additional security measures implemented at the stadium and on public transport.
  • German referee Felix Zwayer will officiate the match, with UEFA confirming his appointment earlier this week.
  • PSG manager Luis Enrique and Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta emphasized confidence and focus during pre-match press conferences, with both teams aiming for a spot in the Champions League final.