A brilliant strike of the left foot of Ousmane Dembélé from the interior of the surface at the start of the first period offered the team of Luis Enrique an important 1-0 victory in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals against the Gunners. PSG could even have increased its scoring at the end of the match, when Bradley Barcola missed the frame at close range, while the powerful strike from Goncalo Ramos hit the transverse.
Wayne Rooney, legend of Manchester United, expressed his disappointment in the face of the performances of arsenal players on the field. He also strongly criticized the supporters for their inability to create an intimidating atmosphere for visitors to the Emirates.
Wayne Rooney does not have her tongue in her pocket
Speaking on Prime Video, Rooney said: “Regarding Arsenal, I was a little disappointed with their game, and also by supporters. I think the supporters against Real Madrid were excellent. I found that they were a little behind this evening … Almost like a disappointment, because Arsenal beat Real Madrid, and they will qualify for the final and win the competition. The supporters had to be there for them this evening. The players had to be present, of course, but on both sides, it was not enough for Arsenal. »»
A disappointment for Rooney
The former English striker also praised PSG, adding: “I think they (PSG) were by far the best team. Tactically, they were excellent, organized and patient. I was impressed by their pressing on the arsenal clearances. »»
The Mikel Arteta team will be back in action this Saturday against Bournemouth in the Premier League before flying to Paris with the hope of overthrowing the situation in the return match on May 7.
