IAT(SZ:300825) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-05-08 04:59Group 1 - Arsenal was eliminated from the Champions League after losing to Paris Saint-Germain with an aggregate score of 1-3, marking the end of their hopes for silverware this season [1][2] - Despite a strong start in the second leg, Arsenal's defense faltered, allowing PSG to score first, which put Arsenal in a difficult position [2][4] - Arsenal's strategy was criticized for being too open, leading to vulnerabilities in their defense, particularly highlighted by their poor performance in set-piece situations [5][6] Group 2 - Arsenal's recent history in knockout competitions has been disappointing, with multiple semifinal exits, indicating a pattern of underperformance in crucial matches [6][8] - Manager Mikel Arteta's post-match comments suggested a disconnect between his perception of the team's performance and the reality, as he claimed Arsenal was the better team despite the loss [8][9] - Tactical decisions made by Arteta during the match, including substitutions, were questioned, as they appeared to weaken the team's defensive structure [12]