Supercomputer Predicts Champions League Winner After PSG Win, Barcelona Draw
- Opta's supercomputer has predicted the Champions League winner after Barcelona's 3-3 draw with Inter Milan
- Paris Saint-Germain are the frontrunners after their impressive 1-0 win over Arsenal in the other semi-final
- Barcelona and Inter Milan is still an open tie ahead of the second leg, while PSG can qualify if they avoid defeat
The first legs of the Champions League semi-final are done. Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal, while Inter Milan and Barcelona drew 3-3, and Opta's supercomputer has updated its prediction.
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How the first legs Champions League semis unfolded
PSG and Arsenal were the first to play on Tuesday, April 29. The French giants scored after four minutes thanks to the in-form Ousmane Dembele.
They dominated the majority of the contest and could've scored more. The Gunners' equaliser from Mikel Merino was chalked off by VAR, and their comeback attempt did not succeed late in the game.
It was a painful home defeat for Mikel Arteta's team, who will need to win to avoid elimination. PSG will advance if they avoid defeat in the second leg next week. Arteta is positive Arsenal can win.
"We have a lot of chances to be in that final and as I repeat myself, you have to do something, especially in the competition, to earn the right to be in the final and the time to do it is going to be in Paris," he said
On Wednesday, Barcelona twice came from behind to draw 3-3 with Inter Milan at home. Although Lamine Yamal stole the show, a draw was not a great result.
Inter went 2-0 up in the first half, but Barcelona levelled matters before halftime. In the second half, they went down 3-2 but recovered to salvage a draw.
"The second leg is still to come and we have to win it. It's a final before the final," said Barçelona boss Hansi Flick. "We have 90 minutes to get to the final, our objective. We have a chance."
Barcelona last won the title in 2015, while Inter lifted it in 2010 after eliminating the Catalans.
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Supercomputer predicts Champions League winner
After the first leg ties, PSG are favourites to win the title according to Opta's supercomputer's latest simulations. They have a 41.9% chance of winning their first Champions League crown.
Despite their draw at home, Barcelona have a 25.8% chance of winning the trophy. Inter Milan are the fourth favourites with a 20.2% chance.
Arsenal, who are seeking their first European Cup, have a 12.1% chance. The Gunners need a big performance in Paris to reach the final.
Erling Haaland lauds Lamine Yamal
Earlier TUKO.co.ke reported that Manchester City star Erling Haaland lauded Lamine Yamal after his Champions League masterclass.
The 17-year-old was sensational against Inter Milan and scored once, eliciting rave reviews.
Yamal made his Barcelona debut in April 2023, and the game was his 100th.
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