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PSG fans take over Trafalgar Square ahead of Arsenal clash as they march through London for Champions League semi-final


PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN fans took over Trafalgar Square ahead of their Champions League clash against Arsenal.

French supporters marched through the streets of London before making their base at the famous central landmark.

PSG fans took over Tralfagar Square ahead of their Champions League clash at ArsenalCredit: Alamy
Supporters marched down the street as they sang songs and banged drumsCredit: AFP
They also set off flares in dramatic scenesCredit: Twitter
The group put on a show of strength ahead of the clashCredit: AFP
Trafalgar Square was draped in France and PSG flagsCredit: Alamy
Fans also lit flares when inside the EmiratesCredit: Reuters
There was a party atmosphere for the visitorsCredit: AP
They put on a show in north LondonCredit: Reuters

Fans first set off flares and chanted songs as they brought the capital to a standstill.

The large group banged on drums and clapped to their heart’s content to create a brilliant atmosphere.

Thousands then gathered at Trafalgar Square to soak up the sun and raise morale ahead of a tense night at the Emirates.

PSG fans were praised by many football supporters on social media for their show of strength before facing Arsenal.

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One user said: “Best supporters in the world.”

Another declared: “This is Paris.”

One noted: “Let’s gooo.”

Another added: “You have one job tonight.”

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PSG have already dumped two English sides of Europe this season.

They KO’d newly-crowned Premier League champions Liverpool in the last 16.

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The group enjoyed the weather as they marched onwards to the EmiratesCredit: Alamy
It was a glorious day in the capital for the visitorsCredit: Alamy
They were in good spirits on their way to the groundCredit: Alamy
Central London came to a standstillCredit: Alamy
Fans from both sides showed good sportsmanshipCredit: EPA

And Luis Enrique’s men then dismissed Aston Villa in the quarters.

They also defeated Man City 4-2 in the group stages to make it a hat-trick of wins.

But PSG did suffer one loss to an English side, with Arsenal beating them 2-0 in October.

The Gunners are flying high after smashing Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate in the quarters.

Yet Thomas Partey’s suspension has meant a reshuffle with Mikel Merino moving from attack into midfield.


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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