PSG's pass masters make Declan Rice's fears come true as Arsenal struggle to keep Champions League hopes alive, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya believes Declan Rice’s performances against Real Madrid show how he is now among the top three midfielders in world football. Rice was the star of the show as Arsenal knocked out Real Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League earlier this month.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice sent a clear message to his teammates moments before their Champions League semi-final first-leg clash against PSG.

Paris Saint-Germain topped Arsenal 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal with a goal that epitomized the " new PSG ."

Gianluigi Donnarumma has been hailed as a “titan” by Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique after producing some brilliant saves against Arsenal to ensure his team takes a lead into the second leg of their Champions League semifinal next week.

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal 1-0 in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals and are 90 minutes away from a European final.