Donnarumma failed in Safonov’s eyes. Arsenal executed PSG in the Champions League. Video
Grigory Telingater October 2, 2024, 00:51 Moscow time Audio version: Your browser does not support the audio element.
Both goals were errors by the Italian goalkeeper.
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Arsenal achieved their first victory in the Champions League this season. If in round 1 Arteta’s team had a very difficult game away from home against Atalanta (0-0), at home against PSG the Londoners were convincing and won 2-0. Apparently, the French team was affected by the dismissal of one of the leaders, Dembélé, due to disagreements with the coach.
The hosts have recently started playing very pragmatically, giving up possession (especially with Odegaard injured). PSG, with Luis Enrique, of course, lives by controlling the ball and now has almost twice as much control as its rival. Each team tried to play in their own style, but Arsenal created the best moments. They opened the scoring in the first half when Trossard walked down the left wing and crossed into the penalty area. Donnarumma came out of goal but missed the ball and Havertz headed into the top corner.
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PSG’s best chances in the first half came thanks to the runs of the full-backs. First, Nuno Mendes shot from inside the area to the far post. And then, from a tight angle, Hakimi shot Raya. Arsenal responded immediately with a free kick from Saka. And here too there are questions for Donnarumma. It turned out that he missed a fairly simple shot from the flank. The Italian goalkeeper was clearly confused by three rivals in front of him, but none of them reached the ball that entered the goal. Another Arsenal goal from a set piece this season.
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Suddenly, the second half began with an Arsenal change. The right back Timber left the field and the left foot Calafiori had to move to his position. Consequently, the left-back place was taken by Kivyor, who entered the field. And a little later Merino came on as a substitute, his debut for Arsenal. The Spaniard played as a second midfielder alongside Rice.
In general, after the break, PSG seemed more constructive. Luis Enrique’s team continued refusing to cross, preferring to play low. It was dangerous in some places. Towards the middle of the second half, the visitors put considerable pressure on Arsenal. In one of the episodes, the ball hit the crossbar of Raya’s goal. And in the 78th minute, the PSG players demanded a penalty for the ball that hit Calafiori’s hand. They left her aside, but the distance was small.
The ball hits Calafiori’s hand.
Photo: screenshot
It’s probably worth pointing out a few more interesting moments that Martinelli missed, but that’s about it. Arsenal had some problems, but won with enough confidence. Arteta’s team rose to eighth place in the Champions League standings, although it is unlikely that they will be able to retain it at the end of the second round. Well, most likely, PSG with three points will even drop out of the top 20 a day later.
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