Paris Saint-Germain receives a crucial boost ahead of the Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal, with the news that Ousmane Dembélé has recovered.
Dembélé, scorer of the only goal in the 1-0 victory at the Emirates Stadium, suffered a muscle injury during that match, but will be available for the match at the Parc des Princes.
He has been training with the team for two days, so he is available for tomorrow.
Luis Enrique, PSG coach
This news is a relief for PSG, whose progress this season has been based on collective spirit and tactical maturity, aspects that they have often lacked in previous European campaigns.
Luis Enrique, whose objective is to build a team capable of competing at the highest level, has made clear his mission to transform the team.
This season we have grown a lot as a team. We must be prepared for any scenario and pay attention from start to finish. The goal for the coming years is to continue improving the process.
Luis Enrique, PSG coach
This evolution became evident in the first leg in London, where PSG’s solidity, aggressive pressing, and controlled possession frustrated Arsenal’s offensive rhythm.
Achraf Hakimi highlighted the team’s new identity as key to their performance.
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The key is to show our personality with and without the ball and to press high. Arsenal will need to feel that the Parc des Princes is our home.
Achraf Hakimi, PSG player
PSG’s only Champions League final ended in defeat against Bayern Munich in 2020, while Arsenal’s only final was in 2006, losing to Barcelona in Paris.
We’ll have to be as good as last week, but although many expect the same type of game, I guarantee them it will be completely different.
Luis Enrique, PSG coach
The winner will face Inter Milan or Barcelona in the final on May 31 in Munich.
