PSG and Arsenal are both chasing their first-ever UEFA Champions League crown as they square off in a decisive semifinal second leg in Paris.
After PSG's hard-fought 1-0 win at the Emirates on April 29, the French giants head into Wednesday's clash as clear favorites to punch their ticket to the final.
Arsenal, however, face a steep, but far from impossible, challenge as they look to pull off a memorable victory on French soil and secure just their second appearance in a Champions League final.
For 2024/25 Ligue champion PSG, what once looked like a potential invincible domestic season has crumbled in recent weeks. The Parisians' aura of dominance has taken a hit after back-to-back Ligue 1 defeats to Nice and Strasbourg, a stumble in form at the worst possible moment.
Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have gone all-in on European glory this season. The Gunners, laser-focused on conquering the continent, made a massive statement in the previous round by dismantling Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate. With Premier League ambitions taking a back seat, it's all eyes on Paris, and perhaps, redemption.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
PSG vs. Arsenal live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Champions League match in Australia:
TV channel: —
Live stream: Stan Sport
In Australia, the Champions League clash between Arsenal and PSG will be available to watch and stream live exclusively on Stan Sport.
Australian viewers can catch all 189 Champions League matches on Stan Sport this season. Additionally, they can also catch all UEFA Europa League games and UEFA Conference League fixtures on the platform.
What time does PSG vs. Arsenal kick off?
This Champions League clash takes place at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France, and kicks off on Wednesday, May 07 at 9:00 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across Australia:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Thu, May 8 | 5:00 a.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Thu, May 8 | 4:30 a.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Thu, May 8 | 3:00 a.m. |
PSG vs. Arsenal predicted lineups, team news
Luis Enrique rotated his PSG squad heavily over the weekend against Strasbourg, so all his regular starters should return, including Ousmane Dembele. The Ballon d'Or candidate exited the first leg late with what looked to be a muscle injury, but after being kept out of the weekend's match as a precaution, should return to play here.
Only oft-injured defender Presnel Kimpembe is confirmed as absent for PSG due to injury, this time a bone edema in his right foot. Kang-In Lee also suffered a shin injury during the weekend defeat but was unlikely to play a significant role.
Given that Bradley Barcola was the only regular to play the full 90 minutes against Strasbourg, it's likely that Desire Doue will start on Wednesday as he did in the first leg, with Barcola set to come off the bench at some stage.
PSG predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Donnarumma (GK) — Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes — Nevez, Vitinha, F. Ruiz — Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia.
Injured: Lee (shin, doubt), Kimpembe (foot).
Suspended: None.
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Without the suspended Thomas Partey in the first leg, Mikel Arteta moved Mikel Merino back to midfield and slotted in Leandro Trossard at striker, but the Belgian proved ineffective in that role. Here, with Partey back, the Ghana international should allow Declan Rice to operate in his natural position as a box-to-box No. 8. with Merino rejoining the forward line.
Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori have both returned to Arsenal training, meaning they should both be available for selection. Timber will likely move back into the right-back spot, moving Ben White to the bench.
Long-term absentees Gabriel, Gabriel Jesus, Jorginho, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kai Havertz all remain out, although the latter has returned to training and is eyeing a return before the end of the season. Arteta confirmed over the weekend that Havertz "will have a chance to play a few games" before the campaign ends, and he could even be an option off the bench here if he continues to surprise in his recovery.
Arsenal predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly — Odegaard, Partey, Rice — Saka, Merino, Martinelli.
Injured: Havertz (hamstring, doubt), Calafiori (knee, doubt), Gabriel (hamstring), Jesus (ACL), Jorginho (ribs), Tomiyasu (knee).
Suspended: None.
Champions League fixture schedule this week
All times are in AEST.
Wednesday, May 7
- Inter Milan vs. Barcelona (5:00 a.m.)
Thursday, May 8
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Arsenal (5:00 a.m.)
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