The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League semi-finals promise exciting matches between four European football powerhouses. Arsenal will take on Paris Saint-Germain, while FC Barcelona will face Inter Milan. Here’s a look at these matchups.
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Arsenal vs. PSG: Two Contenders at the Top
Arsenal brilliantly knocked out Real Madrid with a commanding 3-0 victory in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium, followed by a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabéu. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli were decisive, while Declan Rice impressed with his leadership and solidity in midfield. On the other hand, it was a major disappointment for Real Madrid, whose star quartet of Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius, Rodrygo, and Bellingham managed only five shots on target over the 2 confrontations. Moreover, Carlo Ancelotti’s days as the head coach of the Merengues may be numbered.
Meanwhile, PSG endured a tough second leg against Aston Villa, losing 3-2 after leading 2-0. However, thanks to their 3-1 victory in the first leg, the teammates of Ousmane Dembélé and Achraf Hakimi advanced with a 5-4 aggregate score, securing PSG’s place in the Champions League semi-finals once again. It’s worth noting Aston Villa’s impressive run this season, which unfortunately came to an end in the quarter-finals.
Expectations are high for this semi-final. Arsenal, brimming with confidence, are aiming for their first Champions League final since 2006. PSG, regular semi-finalists, are hoping to finally clinch the coveted title. The matches will take place on April 29 in London and May 7 in Paris.
First Leg: April 29th, 2025
- Arsenal vs. PSG at Emirates Stadium, London
Second Leg: May 7th, 2025
- PSG vs. Arsenal at Parc des Princes, Paris
FC Barcelona vs. Inter Milan: A European Classic
FC Barcelona dominated Borussia Dortmund with a comfortable 4-0 win in the first leg, and despite a 3-1 defeat at Signal Iduna Park in the return leg, they advanced with a 5-3 aggregate score. Thus, the Catalans are back in the Champions League semi-finals, offering another opportunity for Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and their teammates to dazzle football fans on the European stage.
On the other hand, Inter Milan eliminated Bayern Munich with a 2-1 victory in the first leg in Munich and a 2-2 draw in the return leg at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan, dashing Bayern’s hopes of playing the Champions League final “at home.” Led by Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram, the Nerazzurri seem to have the tools to derail Hansi Flick’s Catalan machine.
Barcelona and Inter Milan will meet again in the semi-finals for a clash between two historic clubs in the competition. The first leg will be played on April 30 at Barcelona’s Olympic Stadium, with the return leg on May 6 in Milan at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium. Both teams will be vying for a spot in the final to reclaim their European glory.
First Leg: April 30th, 2025
- Barcelona vs. Inter at Olympic Stadium, Barcelona
Second Leg: May 6th, 2025
- Inter vs. Barcelona at San Siro, Milan
Four teams but only two spots in the Final
After months of competition, only four clubs remain in the race, and they are among the most prestigious. As you’ve likely gathered, the 2024/25 Champions League semi-finals offer dream matchups.
Arsenal, PSG, Barcelona, and Inter Milan will battle for a place in the main event, the Champions League final in Munich. What a thrilling prospect!
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Article updated on April 19th, 2025
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