We will use that to reach UCL final -- Arteta reveals how Arsenal can defeat PSG

We will use that to reach UCL final -- Arteta reveals how Arsenal can defeat PSG

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 07:31 - 04.05.2025

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has revealed the secret weapon the Gunners could use to defeat PSG in their UEFA Champions League second-leg meeting in Paris.

Mikel Arteta urged Arsenal to channel their anger from a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth into their Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain.

Second-half goals from Dean Huijsen and Evanilson overturned Declan Rice’s opener, making Wednesday’s match in France critical.

Following a 1-0 defeat to PSG, Arsenal’s top-five Premier League finish and Champions League hopes are at risk.

Arteta said: "We have a lot to do... we are not qualified (for the Champions League)... We didn't kill it (the game) and... you defend the box really poorly... We wanted to create a really good vibe..

"So, what we have created now is a lot of rage, anger, frustration... use that for Wednesday to have a massive performance in Paris, win the game, and be in the final." Rice had scored a fine first-half goal after a sharp Odegaard pass.

Despite their efforts, Arsenal, dropping points from winning positions at a rate unseen since 2019-20, were undone when Huijsen headed in from Antoine Semenyo’s long throw.

The Cherries clinched victory through Alex Scott’s corner, flicked on by Marcus Tavernier, allowing Evanilson to score from close range.

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