Arsenal Eliminated by PSG in Champions League Semis

Arsenal were eliminated from the Champions League semi-finals after a 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, resulting in a 3-1 aggregate loss and PSG advancing to face Inter Milan in the final. Despite the defeat, manager Mikel Arteta asserted that Arsenal had been the best team in the competition, crediting PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma as the key difference. Arsenal faced significant injury challenges throughout the tie, but Arteta expressed pride in his squad’s resilience. The Gunners created numerous chances but struggled to convert, with Donnarumma making eight crucial saves over two legs. Captain Martin Odegaard downplayed concerns about his fitness, and Arteta noted the positive impact of returning players such as Thomas Partey. Arteta emphasized the fine margins in elite competition and called for further improvement to reach future finals.