PSG 2–1 Arsenal: Champions League Semi-Final 2nd Leg | xG, Tactics & Player Ratings

Summary

Score: PSG 2–1 Arsenal (Agg. 3–1)
Date: May 7, 2025
Competition: UEFA Champions League – Semi-Final (2nd Leg)
Formations: PSG 4–3–3 | Arsenal 4–3–3
Match Time: 98 mins
Active Play: 43 mins
xG: PSG 0.9 – 3.4 Arsenal
xT: PSG 0.6 – 2.6 Arsenal

PSG vs Arsenal: Game Summary & Match Stats

Analysis: PSG – Arsenal

Arsenal may have produced the better underlying numbers, but it’s PSG who move on to the Champions League final. The French side’s efficiency and defensive structure outlasted Arsenal’s attacking waves.

Despite Arsenal’s domination in xG and xT, a composed performance from PSG — aided by key saves and timely finishing — ensured their spot in the final.

xG Timeline

Arsenal’s xG climbed quickly from the 30th minute onward, reflecting their constant pressure and quality chances — but they lacked clinical conversion. PSG generated fewer chances but made them count.

xT Timeline

Arsenal’s threat grew gradually and peaked in the final third of the match. PSG relied on moments of transition and held on defensively despite being under constant pressure.

Shotmap

PSG had fewer shots but with a higher proportion on target. Arsenal’s shotmap was dense, particularly inside the box, but several missed clear opportunities proved costly.

Possession & Passing

Arsenal edged possession (54%) and completed 413 passes to PSG’s 342. Yet PSG’s ball retention and compact mid-block reduced Arsenal’s ability to translate pressure into goals.

Player Ratings

Martin Ødegaard – Arsenal – 7.9 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Bukayo Saka – Arsenal – 7.5 ⭐️⭐️
David Raya – Arsenal – 7.3 ⭐️

Final Thoughts

Sometimes, the numbers don’t tell the full story. Arsenal were superior in almost every metric, but PSG’s maturity, tactical discipline, and clinical finishing pushed them over the line. This result was a tactical win as much as it was an emotional one — PSG head to the final.