Arsenal vs PSG prediction (1x2)

The only difference from the double leg with Real Madrid for Arsenal is that Partey, their center midfielder is suspended for this first leg. Also Merino carries a small knock and is a doubt, but of course this is a very important game and if he is close to fit he shall be forced to play. Interesting, they met in the group stage of the Champions League here at Arsenal, and the hosts scored from the first half twice and won 2-0 that fixture. With PSV two rounds ago, Arsenal first won 7-1 on the road and took it easy at home the return leg drawing 2-2. With Real Madrid at home last round they played one of their best games this season, scoring 3 times in the second half, two free kicks converted into goals from Rice against an excellent Courtois, really world class keeper, plus a goal from Merino making the difference. At Real Madrid, Arsenal took it easy, still won 2-1 in the end, and the goal Real Madrid scored was pure luck. PSG did not have it all that easy the previous two rounds. They did dominate Liverpool at home, but somehow lost 1-0. Were 2nd best in England, but Liverpool could not score and PSG progressed after penalty kicks. Last round, PSG scored a decisive late goal at home in the first leg to win 3-1 with Aston Villa. They took a 2-0 lead at Aston Villa, but they found themselves 3-2 down, and had luck with their world class Italian keeper to prevent extra-time at least. For me, at least here at home Arsenal is the better team and should win this first leg, remains to be seen by what difference, but odds are worthy.