UCL: Dembele fires PSG to 1-0 win over Arsenal

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Arsenal have it all to do if they are to reach the Champions League final, following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their semi-final tie.

Ousmane Dembele struck early, netting the decisive goal just four minutes in, setting the tone for a thrilling contest packed with opportunities at both ends.

Arsenal responded with intent, as Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli forced Gianluigi Donnarumma into a pair of outstanding saves to keep PSG ahead.

Shortly after the interval, Mikel Merino appeared to draw the visitors level, but his effort was chalked off following a VAR review.

PSG could have added to their lead late on, but substitutes Goncalo Ramos and Bradley Barcola squandered golden chances, missed opportunities that offered Arsenal a reprieve on a night where they struggled to assert control.

The Gunners now head to Paris for the second leg next Wednesday, needing a turnaround to keep their European dreams alive.

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