Football Ramble Ramble Reacts: Arsenal’s European quest ends in Paris
May 7, 2025
Marcus and Luke bid farewell to Arsenal's Champions League dreams after a heartbreaking loss to PSG. They dissect the match's pivotal moments, including Declan Rice's near-miss and stunning saves from Donnarumma. The discussion highlights Arsenal's potential while addressing missed opportunities and necessary roster improvements. With PSG now climbing towards their ultimate goal, they also touch on the unpredictability of cup competitions and reflect on the upcoming final between Inter Milan and PSG. Exciting live events are on the horizon too!
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Arsenal's Strong Start and Fade
- Arsenal started strong against PSG and created good chances early on.
- Their energy faded as the game progressed, shown by Thomas Partey's weakening long throws.
PSG's Cohesion and Donnarumma's Impact
- PSG is likely the best team in the tournament due to quality and cohesion.
- Donnarumma's outstanding goalkeeping was crucial in keeping Arsenal at bay.
Arsenal's Final Ball and Penalty Debate
- Arsenal lacked the final ball quality and key players which cost them.
- The referee awarded a controversial penalty that no one appealed, impacting momentum even though it was missed.