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.

"PSG could have won the game by two or three. I was a bit disappointed with how Arsenal played and the fans too. It was subdued. It was like they beat Real Madrid and would walk into the final.

The Gunners have reason to hope in the Champions League but a strange night at the Emirates could have been worse after Ousmane Dembele’s only goal

The semifinals for the UEFA Champions League kick off on Tuesday, April 29 with Paris Saint-Germain going against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium in London. This soccer match is scheduled to start at 3 p.