"Odegaard: Arsenal must go 'full gas' to overturn PSG deficit"

Martin Odegaard has reflected on Arsenal’s 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, urging his team to remain confident ahead of the decisive return fixture. 

“We wanted to win here today... We're going to go there, we're going to go full gas and we have to fully believe that we can turn it around,” the Norwegian midfielder stated after the match.

Ousmane Dembele’s early goal gave PSG the advantage, leaving Arsenal with the challenge of overturning the deficit at the Parc des Princes. 

Despite a difficult start, Arsenal created several chances, with Gianluigi Donnarumma making key saves to deny Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.

Odegaard emphasised the importance of unity and trust within the squad, highlighting the group’s ability to step up for big matches. 

The Gunners had a goal ruled out for offside and struggled to break down PSG’s disciplined defence, but Odegaard remains optimistic about their prospects.

With Arsenal needing a win in Paris to reach their first Champions League final since 2006, the captain’s message is clear: belief and collective effort will be crucial in the second leg.