It’s one of those nights fans have been waiting for: Arsenal finally returns to a Champions League semifinal, and Paris Saint-Germain stands in the way. The action kicks off at 8pm UK time (3pm ET) on Tuesday, April 29. But let’s be honest—the biggest question isn’t just who will win. It’s where can you catch the game live and for free?
In the UK, tonight’s clash won’t be as easy to access as a flick through the channels. The match sits behind the Amazon Prime Video paywall, which means a Prime membership is your ticket to the action. American fans are in the same boat—Paramount+ is holding the exclusive rights stateside, and there’s no legal way around that subscription if you’re tuning in from the US.
But here’s where things get interesting. If you’re in Italy, Belgium, or Luxembourg, you hit the jackpot. TV8 is airing the game live with no paywall or sign-up hassle. That’s the only real free-to-air option for this semifinal. For everyone else, unless you have access to a European satellite feed or fancy a trip, it’s back to your paid streaming services.
The hype is real, and there’s history, too. Arsenal hasn’t made it to a Champions League semifinal since 2009—a drought that’s had fans on edge for years. But this squad is different. Mikel Arteta’s side is flying, unbeaten in 12 games, and now key man Bukayo Saka is back to full fitness just in time. Arsenal’s attacking style and energy are a world away from the nervy Arsenal nights of old.
On the other side, PSG might be feeling the pressure. League form hasn’t been perfect, and every year the Champions League feels like an audition for their galaxy of stars. Manager Luis Enrique brings a dynamic, youthful lineup—Mbappé leads the charge, but it’s the quick passing and fearless approach that have gotten people talking. They aren’t resigned to playing second fiddle, and nothing would soften their domestic troubles like a huge away performance tonight.
The pre-game excitement is thick across social media, with both sets of fans looking for a statement win. Even if you miss the live game, Arsenal’s own website and official app will roll out pre-match analysis and post-game highlights to help you relive every moment, pain and glory included.
Wherever you are, it’s set to be a night you won’t want to miss—just make sure you know where to watch before kick-off and brace yourself for a classic Arsenal v PSG showdown.
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