Wed Apr 30 18:40:00 UTC 2025: ## PSG Edges Arsenal in Champions League Semi-Final Thriller
**Paris, France** – Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) took a narrow 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final clash. Ousmane Dembele’s fourth-minute goal, a strike that deflected off the post, proved to be the difference, giving PSG a crucial advantage heading into the return leg.
Arsenal pressed for an equalizer throughout the match, and had a goal disallowed by VAR in the 47th minute after Mikel Merino’s header was deemed offside. Gianluigi Donnarumma also made a key save to deny Gabriel Martinelli a late goal.
Dembele’s goal takes his season tally to 45 goals and assists, cementing his position as a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or alongside Barcelona’s Raphinha.
The second leg will be played in Paris on May 7th at 10:00 PM local time. The winner will advance to the Champions League final. The other semi-final pits Inter Milan against Barcelona. The article also mentions unrelated news including updates on Turkish basketball league teams, transfer rumours, and disciplinary actions in the Turkish leagues.
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