Overview
- Ousmane Dembélé scored the decisive goal in the 4th minute, finishing a well-executed team move involving 26 consecutive passes.
- Gianluigi Donnarumma delivered a standout performance, making crucial saves to preserve PSG's clean sheet under intense Arsenal pressure.
- The victory puts PSG within reach of their first Champions League final since their previous semi-final appearances, with the return leg set for May 7 at the Parc des Princes.
- Dembélé left the match with a hamstring issue, casting doubt on his availability for the second leg, as confirmed by coach Luis Enrique.
- PSG's disciplined defensive effort and tactical adaptability were key, as they resisted Arsenal's second-half resurgence and missed opportunities to extend their lead late in the game.