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PSG Secures First-Leg Advantage Over Arsenal in Champions League Semifinal

Ousmane Dembélé's early goal and record-breaking team play set the tone, but his injury clouds PSG's prospects for the return leg.

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Overview

  • PSG claimed a 1:0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal, with Dembélé scoring in the fourth minute.
  • The goal followed a 26-pass sequence, setting a new record for PSG in the competition and showcasing their tactical cohesion.
  • Dembélé exited the match in the 70th minute with a suspected Achilles issue; his availability for the May 7 return leg remains uncertain pending medical evaluation.
  • Arsenal, despite the loss, remains confident due to their strong away record in this season's knockout stages, including wins against Real Madrid and Sporting Lisbon.
  • The winner of the semifinal will face either Barcelona or Inter Milan in the Champions League final on May 31 in Munich.