Arsenal vs PSG: Champions League Showdown Preview

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Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are set to clash in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League match on Tuesday, October 1. The encounter, scheduled to kick off at 8pm BST (3pm ET), will be hosted at the Emirates Stadium.

Team News and Injuries

Arsenal enters the match with several key players sidelined. Ben White will miss the game due to a groin injury, while Martin Odegaard remains out with an ankle injury. Oleksandr Zinchenko and Kieran Tierney are also unavailable due to calf and hamstring issues, respectively. However, Riccardo Calafiori is expected to be fit after a hamstring scare. Mikel Arteta may opt for an unchanged side, although Gabriel Jesus could start after featuring in the previous Champions League match against Atalanta.

PSG, meanwhile, is adapting to life without Kylian Mbappe and will also be without Ousmane Dembele due to a falling out with coach Luis Enrique. Despite these absences, PSG remains a formidable force, having edged past Girona in their first Champions League match with a late goal.

Match Predictions and Odds

The match is expected to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams known for their defensive solidity in international competitions. Soccer expert Jon Eimer predicts a cagey defensive game, backing both teams to score for a -135 payout. The odds list Arsenal as the -140 favorites on the 90-minute money line, with PSG as the +360 underdogs. A draw is priced at +290, and the over/under for total goals is 2.5.

How to Watch

The match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, with coverage starting at 6:30pm BST. In the United States, the game can be streamed live on Paramount+, which is offering a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.

For comprehensive coverage, fans can also follow live updates and expert analysis from various sports networks, including the CBS Sports Golazo Network.

Form and Recent Performances

Arsenal is on a 14-match unbeaten run in all competitions, having recently secured a dramatic win over Leicester City with two goals in stoppage time. They are third in the Premier League and drew their first Champions League match against Atalanta. PSG, meanwhile, tops the Ligue 1 table with five wins and a draw in their opening six matches and narrowly defeated Girona in their first Champions League outing.