Arsenal – Paris Saint-Germain: Arsenal Assemble The Power Play (2-0)

The schedule strained the squad at the start of the season for Arsenal, but a measured and mature approach in Europe completed a cycle of challenges. There was no need to expend all their firepower as the hosts had doused the flame from their opponents with relative ease.

Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere.

Arsenal are accustomed to the trials and tribulations of the top tier in England. They boast the joint second best defense in the division: David Raya's repulsive powers have added to the marginal gains of a robust rearguard. But is it enough to seal silverware? As Manchester City refuse to renounce their crown, cup competitions cannot continue to fall by the wayside. More than four years have passed since FA Cup glory and the Champions League is the true test of their commitment to this cause. 

PSG push forward with their classic conquest of Ligue 1. Level at the top of the table with Monaco, the Parisians are chasing their fourth French league title in a row. They have only relinquished points to Reims in their first six fixtures, scoring 20 goals along the way.

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