Will Barca and Arsenal Overcome PSG and Milan?

New Delhi, May 5 (NationPress) Following an exhilarating first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals, the spotlight now turns to a thrilling finale as the journey to Munich intensifies. The mid-week fixtures stirred a rollercoaster of emotions — Barcelona and Inter played to a gripping 3-3 draw, while Arsenal faced defeat on their home turf against the dynamic Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) squad. As the second leg approaches, football enthusiasts across India are keen to catch every moment on Sony Sports Network.

The action kicks off with Barcelona taking on Inter Milan at the legendary San Siro. The passionate home crowd will aim to unsettle the Catalan giants in what is expected to be a fiercely contested match.

On the surface, a 3-3 draw at Barcelona appears favorable for Inter. However, after racing to a 2-0 lead (with a first-minute goal), both teams left the pitch with a sense of unfulfilled potential.

With the advantage of playing at home, the Nerazzurri must take risks — a tactic that could expose their defensive frailties. This was evident in the first leg, as Barcelona fought back from 2-0 down to equalize.

For Barcelona, showcasing their trademark style is crucial, but they must also address the challenges posed by Inter's aerial threats — an area where they struggled in the first encounter.

The second semifinal clash between Arsenal and PSG is similarly balanced, with the French team holding a slight edge. Ousmane Dembele’s early goal in London — his eighth in nine Champions League appearances since the start of 2025 — has placed Paris on the brink of only their second final.

However, Dembele’s potential absence due to injury adds an element of uncertainty to PSG’s campaign. Despite their advantage, the French champions mustn’t become complacent. Arsenal, known for their unpredictability and history of upsets, could level the tie swiftly and change the momentum.

PSG has triumphed in 18 of the 19 UEFA ties where they secured a first-leg away win. The only exception was a memorable loss in the 2018/19 season to Manchester United, where they were eliminated on away goals after a 2-0 victory in the first leg followed by a 3-1 defeat at home.

Where & When: Inter Milan will host FC Barcelona at the San Siro Stadium, Milan, on Wednesday at 12:30 AM IST.

Arsenal will go to Parc des Princes, Paris, to face Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday at 12:30 AM IST.

Where to watch: All UEFA Champions League matches are aired on Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on Sony Liv.