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      Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for TNT Sports during PSG vs Arsenal?

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      RIO Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage for Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final second leg away at PSG this evening.The Gunners are looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit following Ousmane Dembele’s strike in London last week.Rio Ferdinand will miss the Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and PSGCredit: Andrew Orchard/Andrew Orchard sports photography/Alamy Live newsArsenal will be looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit as they head to Paris this weekendCredit: GettyPSG VS ARSENAL LIVE – LATEST UPDATESLes Parisiens historically do not perform well in home Champions League semi-finals, so the Gunners will be given a boost before the clash even kicks off.PSG have appeared in the competition’s final more recently than the Gunners, having been there in 2020, with Arsenal not appearing since 2006. Both sides are aiming to lift the iconic Champions League trophy for the first time in their history this season.Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for PSG vs Arsenal? Rio Ferdinand confirmed via X that he will miss tonight’s match after being hospitalised.Read more Champions LeagueThe former Man Utd defender posted: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!”Rio Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage this eveningCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5″Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”SunSport understands his condition is not serious.Most read in Champions LeagueHow to watch PSG vs ArsenalPSG vs Arsenal is available to watch on TNT Sports 1.The match can be live streamed on discovery+.The game will start at 8pm BST.PSG currently lead the tie 1-0 after last weeks first-leg. More

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      ‘At least three injured’ as violence erupts in Paris with car set alight & 20 arrested after PSG vs Arsenal game

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      At least three people have reportedly injured in chaotic scenes of violence after Arsenal’s game against PSG in Paris.A car was set alight after driving into football fans celebrating Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory in the French capital.PSG fans clashed with police ahead of the matchCredit: AFPThe supporters set off fireworks outside the groundCredit: AFPRiot police tried to disperse the crowdsEntire streets were tear-gassedSupporters celebrated goals by climbing on to busesCredit: AFPHooded French youths wearing were also seen fighting with riot police on the Champs Elysée, and on nearby streets.By 2am, more than 20 people had been arrested in connection with the violence.A police source said: “The worse incident so far involved a car apparently being driven into a group of PSG fans.”At least three supporters were injured, one seriously, and others were sent flying. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”A gang then chased the car, setting it on fire and leaving it to burn after they forced it to stop in a side street.”Earlier, riot police tear-gassed an entire street of fans while shots were reportedly fired prior to kick-off.The atmosphere had been building across Paris throughout the day and fans began to gather near the Parc des Princes with two hours until kick-off.But there were clashes with riot cops and videos have surfaced of police pushing PSG supporters with shields and firing tear gas.Most read in Champions LeagueChaotic scenes show fans running from the cops and covering their mouths with scarves.A French reporter claimed “entire streets were tear-gassed by police” after fireworks were let off. How Arsenal can beat PSG and reach the Champions League final Checkpoints around the stadium to stop ticket-less fans getting near to the ground were “reinforced” after the trouble.Yet there was more carnage during the game as PSG supporters swarmed the Parisian streets.Hundreds circled around a bus and some attempted to climb on to it in celebration after their side scored.Tear gas was fired and what sounded like shots were heard as objects were thrown back at cops in shocking scenes.It is not clear what the shots were fired from or if they were fireworks. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSIt comes after Arsenal fans were warned to be “vigilant” in Paris amid fears of clashes with PSG’s notorious ultras.The 2,000 travelling Gunners were all given a free red and white scarf when collecting their tickets in the French capital.Though there have been concerns that wearing the scarves around the city could prove dangerous and put a “target on their back”.Arsenal fans were advised by the club to “take sensible precautions” in Paris and not visit the Auteuil suburb where the Ultras meet.A statement read: “Supporters are strongly advised to avoid the Auteuil suburb of Paris and should take note of this when travelling to the Parc des Princes on matchday.Read More on The Sun”Street crime, including pickpocketing, can take place in Paris. Supporters are advised to be vigilant, take sensible precautions and ensure they have valid travel insurance.”Supporters are strongly advised not to use line 10 on the metro system which would result in supporters exiting the metro system in Auteuil.”PSG are into the final in MunichArsenal fans were warned to be ‘vigilant’ amid fear of clashes with PSG ultrasCredit: AFPEntire streets were reportedly tear-gassed More

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      Inter Milan hero Frattesi drops F-bomb live on TV after win over Barcelona leaving CBS Sports studio in hysterics

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      DAVIDE FRATTESI let an F-bomb slip on live TV after his heroics in the Champions League. The Inter Milan midfielder, 25, had just scored the winning goal for the Nerazzurri against Barcelona to send the Italian side into the final in Munich.Frattesi scored the winning goal that sent Inter to the finalCredit: APAcerbi was mobbed by his jubilant team-mates after his goalCredit: GettyInter beat Barca 4-3 on the night, but were nearly sent packing by Raphinha’s dramatic strike on 87 minutes – which looked to have sent Barca to Munich after the 3-3 draw in the first leg.However, Francesco Acerbi’s equaliser in the third minute of stoppage forced extra-time..Frattesi then popped up in the 99th minute to earn Simone Inzaghi’s team a place in their second Champions League final in three years. They were defeated 1-0 by Manchester City back in 2023 thanks to Rodri’s winner.Read more footballIn a his post-match interview with CBS, Frattesi, the Italian international, left pundits Thierry Henry, Micah Richards, and Jamie Carragher in fits of laughter with his comments. Henry dished out lavish praise for the midfielder, saying: “I didn’t see a man that was nervous; I saw a guy that was composed to finish at that time, in that tie, in that game. “How did you think about doing that?” the former Arsenal legend asked from CBS’ London studio. Joining the broadcast from pitchside at the San Siro, the match-winner Frattesi hilariously responded: “I don’t know. Most read in Champions LeagueBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK”Maybe because I was thinking, ‘If I don’t score, I’m f***ed!”The comment had the Italian giggling, while the CBS pundits burst out laughing. Rooney reveals sweet thing Inter star Mkhitaryan asked his old Man Utd team-mate after reaching Champions League finalPresenter Kate Scott nervously looked over at the production team behind the camera in response to Frattesi’s slip of the tongue. Meanwhile, Henry lay his head in his hands on the desk to control his laughter. Inter had to do it the hard way to reach the final, despite taking a lead back to the San Siro. The hosts threw away a two-goal cushion given to them courtesy of Lautaro Martinez and Hakan Calhanoglu’s goals. Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo levelled proceedings on the night for Barca, before former Leeds United winger Raphinha stepped up to send the tie to extra time. However, it was Frattesi’s time to write the headlines, placing a neat finish into the far corner, leaving Wojciech Szczesny flat-footed in the Barca goal. More

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      Rio Ferdinand in hospital and forced to miss TNT Sports coverage of PSG vs Arsenal as he posts picture from bed

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      RIO FERDINAND revealed he would miss last night’s Champions League semi-final after posting a picture from his hospital bed.The former Manchester United star would have been on duty for TNT Sports for Arsenal’s trip to Paris.Rio Ferdinand missed last night’s Champions League coverage on TNT SportsCredit: AlamyFerdinand revealed on X that he was in hospitalCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5Ferdinand was seen with a band around his wrist in the photo.Ferdinand captioned his post: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!””Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport understands his condition is not serious.The 46-year-old is a regular feature on TNT Sports’ coverage of European football, whether on commentary or in the studio as an analyst.He is often a key part of the broadcaster’s commentary team, appearing alongside fellow pundit Ally McCoist and commentator Darren Fletcher.Ferdinand usually appears on TNT’s coverage of Man Utd games, including his former club’s stunning quarter-final win against Lyon at Old Trafford last month.Most read in FootballThey will be on TNT tonight in the second leg of their semi-final against Athletic Bilbao.Well wishers took to social media to send kind messages to the former England defender.One person said: “Get well soon Rio.”Rio Ferdinand calls out Roy Keane and Gary Neville’s takes on Man Utd vs Man City A second said: “Get well soon legend.”A third added: “Good recovery man. Take care.”Another said: “Quick recovery.”Arsenal were losing the semi-final 1-0 on aggregate after the first-leg defeat courtesy of Ousmane Dembele’s goal.And even though they were unable to turn it around, losing 2-1 in Paris and 3-1 overall, Mikel Arteta insisted his team were the best side in the competition.Mikel Arteta says Declan Rice and his Arsenal team can make history tonightCredit: Getty More

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      ‘We lose our minds’ – Amorim fears conceding three to Bilbao as he calls Man Utd ‘worst team in Prem since I arrived’

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      RUBEN AMORIM is worried about losing to Athletic Bilbao as his team have a tendency to “lose our minds”.Manchester United take a commanding 3-0 lead into Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg at Old Trafford.Ruben Amorim admits his team cannot control a game and they need to score another to go through to the finalCredit: EPABut despite the scoreline, Amorim believes the tie is far from over as his players could capitulate and leak goals like they did in recent games to Lyon and Brentford.The manager admitted in his pre-match press conference: “We cannot control, we cannot say what is going to happen. “There are some teams that understand the game is going to be like this. “It can change a little bit but the story is going to be like this and you can control the narrative of the game. But we cannot do that.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”We have to face the game as one more game, to win it, I feel we need to score to go to the next round.”We use Brentford, we are near a draw then we suffer a goal and another goal quite fast.”We will have to suffer a bit to go to the final and we are ready to suffer.”Asked what Man Utd will turn up tomorrow, Amorim said: “Sometimes during the game we are one team and something happens and we then we lose our mind a little bit.Most read in Europa LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But we are improving the way we play, we are more confident and ready to face this challenge.”As they edge closer to silverware, Amorim was asked about when he labelled his side the “worst Man Utd team in history” back in January.Amorim is officially WORST Man Utd manager of post-Sir Alex Ferguson era as under-fire boss admits- I’m underperformingAmorim has not changed his mind despite the Europa League run, replying: “If you look to the Premier League, since I arrive, we are the worst team in terms of results. “In the end of this season, we can be the worst team in Premier League history but with a European title. That will change nothing.”We know that this season was really disappointing for everybody, nothing is going to change. “This season was the worst one, I don’t know if in history but, for sure, in the last 50 years.” More

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      DAZN host and Wag Diletta Leotta sizzles in tiny bikini as fans call Loris Karius ‘luckiest man in the world’

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      FANS have gone wild as Diletta Leotta sizzled in a tiny bikini during a boat trip.The DAZN host visited Sicily, Italy, on a recent holiday and showed off her figure on social media.Diletta Leotta stunned fans with her latest Instagram postCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe wore a tiny pink bikini as she posed on a boatCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaShe shared the snaps for her enormous fanbaseCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaThe pictures were taken during a trip to Sicily, ItalyCredit: instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta, 33, is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius after falling in love at first sight.The couple enjoyed a whirlwind romance since their meeting in late 2022 and have a daughter called Aria, who was born in August 2023.She has a huge fanbase on social media with 9.2million followers on Instagram.The Italian regularly wows her following with stunning pictures of herself.READ MORE IN SPORTShe has now done it again as the beautiful blonde wore a tiny pink bikini while on a boat.Diletta posted on the ladder above the water for multiple pictures which she has shared on social media.Fans loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section with many saying the same thing.One posted: “Karius is the luckiest man in the world.”Most read in FootballA second wrote: “Gorgeous is an understatement.”A third commented: “You are very beautiful.”Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’A fourth said: “Mamma mia what a ray of sunshine.”Another added: “Your body is amazing.”Leotta’s social media fame has been surpassed of late by her broadcasting career – as a Serie A specialist.Meanwhile, husband Karius is rebuilding his reputation at Schalke after poor Premier League spells at Liverpool and Newcastle.The 31-year-old had not played for 371 days before making his debut for the German second-tier club in February.A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…Diletta Leotta and boyfriend Loris Karius saw in the new year togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/The footballer brought Diletta a cake to her hospital bed as she gave birth to their first child on her own birthdayCredit: INSTAGRAM / dilettaleottaThe pair posed together in ‘2023’ sunglassesDiletta is one of the Serie A’s best loved presentersCredit: GettyDiletta stunned as she presented the Turin derby on Italian TVCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe glamorous TV host put on a leggy display pitchsideCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaAnd boasts 8.9million followersCredit: GettyDiletta gave birth to her first child with Karius in AugustCredit: Instagram / @dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her InstagramCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta and Karius in MilanCredit: The Mega AgencyThe Italian beauty on holiday with KariusShe has flipped between blonde and brunette looksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/dilettaleotta/She has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider lookCredit: @dilettaleottaDiletta with a pared back lookCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta Leotta is reportedly dating Loris Karius after he visited her in MilanCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta has 8.6million Instagram followersCredit: GettyShe is a presenter for DaznCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst on to the scene with Sky SportsCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fansCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaDiletta has 8.5million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @dilettaleottaThe Italian works for DAZNCredit: Instagram @dilettaleotta More

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      Sheffield United look to break horror curse as Frank Lampard eyes Wembley – here is our ultimate play-off guide

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      FOR pure footballing drama, you can’t beat the play-offs.They always throw up thrills and spills – so, let’s look at the six ties across three divisions . . .Championship player of the season Gustavo Hamer is Sheffield United’s key manCredit: PANahki Wells will spearhead Bristol City’s attack in their bid to make WembleyCredit: PAJobe Bellingham and his Sunderland team-mates have stuttered over the past month and must find form quicklyCredit: GettyJack Rudoni (right) and Haji Wright are huge attacking threats for CoventryCredit: AlamyCHAMPIONSHIPBRISTOL CITY v  SHEFF UTD(First leg, Thursday May 8, 8pm; Second leg Monday, May 12)BLADES fans were gutted not to get promoted automatically  after they lost four of their last six games — crucially three in a row to Oxford, Millwall and Plymouth.Sheffield United have had a good season. They finished the season averaging two points per game — before their points deduction — but have missed out to Leeds and Burnley, who both amassed ONE HUNDRED!I always fear for a club that misses out on automatic promotion but they have had the time to mentally reset.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey are up against a Bristol City side that just about clung on to their play-off spot after just one win in their last five games.Sheff U won 2-1  in October at Ashton Gate but the Robins were brilliant in the March return, although they needed a late leveller.Chris Wilder’s Blades should edge this over two legs, despite their terrible play-off record (scroll down to see just how bad it is). A big performance from Championship player of the season Gus Hamer will be needed — but City carry a threat through Nahki Wells and Anis Mehmeti.COVENTRY v SUNDERLAND(First leg, Friday May 9, 8pm; second leg Tuesday, May 13)Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFrank Lampard has worked  miracles at Coventry since taking over in November.They were SEVENTEENTH when he replaced the controversially sacked Mark Robins.Frank Lampard tipped for England job as former Premier League manager Chris Wilder says ‘it just shines through’ Nine wins out of ten from January to March fired Cov up the table but when you have players such as Haji Wright, Ellis Sims, Ben Sheaf, Matt Grimes and the brilliant Jack Rudoni, you should be around the top positions.Sunderland pretty much knew for months they were set for a play-off spot. They have lost their last five, and you just feel that not playing games with much on the line for some time makes them less battle hardened but Jobe Bellingham and Co will try to put that behind them.Cov came back from 2-0 down to nab a point at the Stadium of Light and a Wright hat-trick slayed Sunderland 3-0 in March.I fancy the Sky Blues to prevail over the two legs.LEAGUE ONELEYTON ORIENT v STOCKPORT(First leg, Saturday May 10, 12.30pm; second leg Wednesday, May 14, 8pm)WHAT a cracking semi-final this could be.Richie Wellens’ Orient won the last six while David Challinor guided Stockport to seven wins and a draw out of their last eight.County beat Orient 1-0 at Brisbane Road in March but the O’s thumped them 4-1 in the return.Kyle Wootton is a threat up front for the Hatters, while Charlie Kelman has been a sensation for the O’s  with 21 goals on loan from QPR. I have a sneaking feeling Wellens’ men will get through.#Leyton Orient hot shot Charlie Kelman was League One’s top scorerCredit: RexWYCOMBE v CHARLTON(First leg Sunday, May 11, 6.30pm; Second leg Thursday, May 15, 8pm)THE Chairboys have been the League One upstarts and at one stage were looking at gatecrashing the automatic promotion party.But the wheels have come off in recent weeks, losing the final three matches — including, alarmingly,  a 4-0  defeat to Charlton, who they face in the play-offs.Nathan Jones’ Addicks have lost just once in their last eight.Matty Godden has been superb, scoring 21 goals in all competitions but Wanderers have Richard Kone up top, who has also netted 21 across the board this term.You cannot write off Wycombe  but I fancy Charlton.LEAGUE TWONOTTS COUNTY v WIMBLEDON(First leg Saturday, May 10 8pm; second leg Saturday May 17, 12.30pm)THIS promises to be a cracker as Johnnie Jackson has re- established Wimbledon as a real force while Stuart Maynard has done a decent job with the Magpies.David McGoldrick, 37, is red-hot for Notts County with 17 goals.But watch out for Dons’ 21-goal top scorer Matty Stevens, who is due a goal.CHESTERFIELD v WALSALL(First leg Sunday, May 11, 3.30pm; Second leg Friday, May 16, 8pm)WALSALL were at one point TWELVE points clear at the top.Yet they were heartbreakingly bumped out of the top three by Antoni Sarcevic’s 96th-minute winner for Bradford.Read More on The SunIt is so hard to recover from that kind of setback in such a short space of time.Chesterfield are on a high after sneaking  into the final play-off spot and under wily boss Paul Cook are my tip to prevail. More

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      PSG vs Arsenal LIVE SCORE: Champions League semi-final updates as Gunners look to overturn deficit and secure final spot

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      ARSENAL travel to PSG for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final TONIGHT.The Gunners arrive in Paris 1-0 down on aggregate after Ousmane Dembele’s stunning early strike at the Emirates last week was enough to earn the Parisians a narrow lead.Arsenal will be hoping to avoid more European heartbreak in the French capital, 19 years on from their 2006 Champions League final defeat to Barcelona at the Stade de France.The winner of tonight’s blockbuster tie will meet Italian giants Inter Milan in the huge Munich final on May 31.Kick off time: 8pm BSTTV channel: TNT Sports 1 Live stream: discovery+PSG team: To follow…Arsenal team: To follow…CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Another omen for the GunnersIn the last four seasons, either Real Madrid have won the Champions League, or the team who knocked them out have won it.In 2021, Chelsea knocked Madrid out, and went on to win against Man City in the final.In 2022, Real Madrid beat Liverpool to win the Champions League.In 2023, Manchester City knocked out Madrid on their way to winning the competition, again in the semi-final.In 2024, Real Madrid won the Champions League.In 2025, Arsenal knocked Real Madrid out of the Champions League…Credit: Mutsu Kawamori/AFLO/Alamy Live NewsCopy linkCopiedMust be a sign…Arsenal are looking to reach the Champions League final for only the second time in their history this evening. Their previous final was a defeat to Barcelona in 2006.Fans have been pointing out some good omens, that may help the Gunners tonight…Copy linkCopiedBend it like RiceDeclan Rice was the star of the show when Arsenal knocked Real Madrid out of the Champions League quarter-final.His two stunning free-kicks put Arsenal in a position where they were essentially already through when they faced the second leg in Madrid.Alas, that did not stop him winning the man of the match award in Madrid, helping Arsenal see off Los Blancos 5-1 on aggregate.Rice has called upon what the Gunners must do ahead of the semi-final second leg.Copy linkCopiedIn the middleControversial referee Felix Zwayer will officiate the clash between PSG and Arsenal tonight.Zawyer has a history of controversy, having previously faced a six-month ban for match fixing.The referee has also previously been blasted by Jude Bellingham, and took charge of England’s Euro semi-final against Netherlands last summer. Copy linkCopiedThe main menThe big battle in attack tonight will be between Bukayo Saka and Ousmane Dembele in Paris tonight. Dembele has scored 29 times and provided nine assists across the Champions League and Ligue 1 this season. Saka had struggled with an injury earlier in the season, but has 11 goals and 12 assists in the Premier League and Champions League this season.The pair are their sides main threats, and their gaffers will need them to step up in a big way tonight. Copy linkCopiedWhat happened last week?The Gunners have work to do as they head to Paris tonight, but are no strangers to a big European away day this season.Ousmane Dembele opened the scoring early doors, but PSG did a good enough job at limiting Arsenal throughout the rest of the match.A couple of Martinelli chances and a Mikel Merino offside goal were all Arteta’s side could muster, they would have hoped for more with home advantage behind them. The game was quite even on the face of it, with PSG playing 375 passes compared to 326 for Arsenal, but Les Parisiens did well to slow momentum and tire the home crowd. 19 clearances for PSG tells the story, they frustrated Arsenal in the final third. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedDembele injury decisionPSG coach Luis Enrique says Ousmane Dembele WILL be fit to face Arsenal in the Champions League second leg tonight.First-leg goalscorer Dembele was an injury scare after being taken off with a hamstring issue last week.Enrique said yesterday: “He’s been training with the group for two days. I have him at my disposal tomorrow.”Credit: AlamyCopy linkCopiedPiers Morgan en routePiers Morgan wore a “Make Arsenal Great Again” hat as he headed to Paris on the Eurostar.The 60-year-old is in the French capital for the Gunners’ Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain.Mikel Arteta’s side head to France with an uphill task, having lost last week’s first leg 1-0 in London.Irrespective of their deficit, Arsenal fans including Morgan have arrived in Paris dreaming of a place in the Champions League final in Munich on May 31.Credit: X/ piersmorganCopy linkCopiedArsenal omens part 4Every year the Pope has died, an English team has won the Champions LeagueSay it quietly, but Pope Francis’ tragic passing this year could be another sign that Arsenal could win it.When Pope John Paul died in 1978, Nottingham Forest won Europe’s top prize.When Pope John Paul II passed in 2005, Liverpool remarkably won the trophy from the jaws of defeat against AC Milan, and when Pope Benedict XVI died in on New Year’s Eve 2022, Manchester City went on to win a maiden European title in May.Could this be a sign for Arsenal?Copy linkCopiedArsenal omens part 3PSG have lost all their Champions League semi-final home legsThe French side might have home advantage, but that might not be a good thing considering their history in the last four at the Parc des Princes.They were beaten 1-0 by Borussia Dortmund in last year’s semi in Paris, and 2-1 by Manchester City in 2020/21.They were defeated by AC Milan in their first semi-final appearance in 1995.It must also be remembered that the Ligue 1 champions have never lifted the Champions League trophy, either.This is new territory for them, too.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedArsenal omens part 2Strong on their travelsArteta’s side are unbeaten in all of their last four away games on the continent.Last time out, the Gunners beat Real Madrid 2-1 in a rousing comeback at the Bernabeu, and before that, they thrashed PSV 7-1 in the last 16.In the league phase, they edged past Girona and smashed Sporting Lisbon.They have never won five on the spin on the road in Europe, but Arteta will argue that that creates yet another chance for his players to make history.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFour omens for ArsenalDon’t be down in the dumps after that second leg, Arsenal fans. Here are four omens which mean the Gunners will be marching into the Munich final.New winner every time in MunichEvery time the final has been hosted in the Bavarian capital, there is always a fresh winner of Europe’s elite competition.Germany’s third largest city has played host to the final four times.The first was at the Olympiastadion, where Nottingham Forest famously defeated Malmo in 1979, and the second was in 1993, when Marseille overcame AC Milan.Roberto di Matteo’s Blues won a dramatic shootout, with Didier Drogba the hero that night.Hence, the omens also suggest that when European Cup finals are held in Munich, and English sides are involved, they win.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedArsenal fans warnedArsenal have given out 2,000 scarves to their travelling supporters in Paris – despite a warning fans to be “vigilant” in the French capital amid concerns over PSG hooligans.The Gunners fans received a free red and white scarf, featuring an Arsenal club badge, when they picked up their tickets at the collection point.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedWelcome to PSG vs ArsenalHello and welcome to SunSport’s coverage of PSG vs Arsenal in a mammoth Champions League tie in Paris.The Gunners have it all to do in the French capital after trailing 1-0 from the first leg.Ousmane Dembele scored the only goal of the game inside the first four minutes as the visitors stunned Arsenal at The Emirates.The winner of tonight’s tie will face Inter Milan in the final in Munich on Saturday, May 31.Mikel Arteta’s Gunners are aiming for history to win football’s biggest prize for the first time.While PSG will also be aiming for the feat for the first time in their history.All that’s left is the build-up ahead of tonight’s HUGE clash, and we’ll be bringing you all of the updates right here on SunSport.Credit: PACopy linkCopied More