Arsenal, a thirteen-time English Premier League winner, is set to face PSG in the first leg of their semifinal at the Emirates in their quest for a maiden UEFA Champions League title. Arsenal secured their place in the final four by defeating defending champions Real Madrid with an aggregate score of 5-1. PSG's journey to the Champions League semifinal has been equally impressive, highlighted by their victory over Liverpool on penalties in the round of 16 after a 1-1 tie.

PSG has also dominated the domestic Ligue 1, recording a 30-game unbeaten streak that ended in a 3-1 home defeat against Nice.

Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, faces key selection challenges, particularly replacing midfielder Thomas Partey, who is suspended for the match against PSG. Mikel Merino is likely to replace Partey, with Leandro Trossard potentially moving into Merino’s position in the forward line. Jorginho is expected to miss the match due to a rib injury, further complicating Arteta's options.

Defenders Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori are doubtful due to knee injuries. Key players such as Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalhaes, and Takehiro Tomiyasu are sidelined for the remainder of the season.

PSG's manager, Luis Enrique, has an injury-free squad for the match against Arsenal. Arteta faces the challenge of competing against Enrique, who significantly influenced his transition from player to manager. Enrique supported Arteta during his early playing career at Barcelona, shaping his managerial philosophy.

Arteta said, “He was extremely supportive with the young players. He was one of the main characters by far. I have really good memories of him. What I love about him is wherever he’s been, as a player or a manager, his fingerprints are all over the place.”

The article also mentions the schedule: TODAY Arsenal v PSG and WEDNESDAY Barcelona v Inter.