Why and how PSG’s tactical shift broke Arsenal

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Paris Saint-Germain’s tactical adjustments played a crucial role in their victory over Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final. The shift in strategy allowed PSG to exploit Arsenal’s weaknesses, particularly in midfield control and defensive positioning.

One of the key changes PSG implemented was their midfield dominance, which exposed Arsenal’s vulnerability in that area. Without Thomas Partey, Arsenal struggled to dictate the tempo, allowing PSG to control possession and create dangerous opportunities. Luis Enrique’s side used quick rotations and fluid movement to bypass Arsenal’s press, leaving the Gunners chasing shadows.

Here is an interesting tactical analysis.

Arsenal performance and stats

Arsenal

Manager: Mikel Arteta
Rank 3rd
Win 6
Draw 1
Loss 1
Goals 16-3
Diff 13
This season

Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 67 points.

In the last 35 games, it has won 18 times, drew 13 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Arsenal lost 1-2 against AFC Bournemouth.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 64 goals and conceding 31.​

Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Liverpool on Sunday 11th of May in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.​