On Tuesday, Arsenal is set to pursue their first win in the UEFA Champions League as they take on defending Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain at the Emirates Stadium.
In their initial group match, Arsenal was unable to score, resulting in a goalless draw against Atlanta, while PSG managed to secure a slim 1-0 victory against Girona, with their goal materializing late in the game.
Recently, Mikel Arteta’s squad celebrated a 4-2 win over Leicester City in the Premier League, while PSG defeated Rennes 3-1, with Bradley Barcola scoring two goals in their most recent Ligue 1 outing.
The Sporting News provides key information about the upcoming match, including where to watch, kickoff timings, and the latest team news.
Live Stream and TV Channel for Arsenal vs. PSG
To watch the Champions League match in the UK, here are the details:
TV channel: —
Live stream: Amazon Prime Video
This match won’t be broadcast on live TV in the UK, but viewers can stream it through Amazon Prime Video, which is teaming up with TNT this season. Fans can utilize a free 30-day trial on Amazon Prime Video to watch the game at no cost.
Kickoff Time for Arsenal vs. PSG in the UK
This highly anticipated Champions League match will occur at the Emirates Stadium in London, UK, on Tuesday, October 1, starting at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Here’s the time conversion for UK viewers:
Date | Tue, Oct. 1 |
Kick-off time | 8:00 p.m. BST |
Venue | Emirates Stadium |
Location | London, United Kingdom |
Team News and Predicted Lineups for Arsenal vs. PSG
Several players, including Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Kiernan Tierney, and Takehiro Tomiyasu, will be sidelined due to injuries and will not play in this match.
Ben White is also doubtful as he missed the last two games, which may lead to Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber starting again.
Arsenal’s expected lineup (4-3-3 formation): Raya (GK) — Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori — Havertz, Partey, Rice — Saka, Trossard, Martinelli.
Injuries: White (doubt), Odegaard, Zinchenko, Tierney, Merino, Tomiyasu
Suspensions: None
Goncalo Ramos, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Marco Asensio, and Desire Doue are confirmed absences for PSG.
Additionally, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vitinha are working to recover in time for the match.
PSG’s expected lineup (4-3-3 formation): Safonov (GK) — Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes — Ruiz, Neves, Zaire-Emery — Dembele, Muani, Barcola.
Injuries: Donnarumma (doubt), Vitinha (doubt), Ramos, Hernandez, Kimpembe, Asensio, Doue
Suspensions: None
Prediction for Arsenal vs. PSG
Historically, Arsenal has performed well against PSG, remaining unbeaten in their previous four encounters.
Given PSG’s numerous injuries, it is likely that Arsenal will maintain their unbeaten streak, potentially winning this match by a slim margin.
- Prediction: Arsenal 3-2 PSG
This Week’s Champions League Fixture Schedule
All times are in BST
Tuesday, October 1
- Salzburg vs. Brest (5:45 p.m.)
- Stuttgart vs. SP Prague (5:45 p.m.)
- Arsenal vs. PSG (8:00 p.m.)
- Barcelona vs. Young Boys (8:00 p.m.)
- Leverkusen vs. AC Milan (8:00 p.m.)
- Dortmund vs. Celtic (8:00 p.m.)
- Inter vs. C Zvezda (8:00 p.m.)
- PSV vs. Sporting (8:00 p.m.)
- Slovak vs. Man City (8:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, October 2
- Girona vs. Feyenoord (5:45 p.m.)
- Shak Donetsk vs. Atlanta (5:45 p.m.)
- Aston Villa vs. Bayern (8:00 p.m.)
- Benfica vs. A Madrid (8:00 p.m.)
- Din Zagreb vs. Monaco (8:00 p.m.)
- Lille vs. Real Madrid (8:00 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Bologna (8:00 p.m.)
- RB Leipzig vs. Juventus (8:00 p.m.)
- Sturm Graz vs. Club Brugge (8:00 p.m.)