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- Champions League semi-finals first legs take place this week, with Arsenal vs PSG and Barcelona vs Inter Milan.
- Arsenal are 23/20 favourites to beat PSG at the Emirates Stadium.
- Barcelona are 8/13 favourites to win their home leg against Inter Milan.
Champions League Semi-Final Betting Preview: Arsenal, Barcelona Tipped for Home Wins
The Champions League semi-finals get underway this week with two huge first-leg clashes as Arsenal host Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona welcome Inter Milan.
Both home sides are tipped to take early advantages, according to the latest odds from bet365.
Arsenal, buoyed by an outstanding European run under Mikel Arteta, are narrow favourites against a PSG side still seeking their first-ever Champions League title.
Meanwhile Barcelona are stronger favourites at home to Inter Milan with Hansi Flick's side aiming for a first European final appearance since 2015.
UK Betting Sites are giving odds on both games with close fixtures expected.
| Arsenal v PSG - 1st Leg | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | 23/20 | 46.5% |
| Draw | 23/10 | 30.3% |
| PSG | 5/2 | 28.6% |
What the expert says...
Barcelona host Inter in first leg
Barcelona have turned the Olympic Stadium into a fortress during this Champions League campaign, winning every home game so far.
With Robert Lewandowski and young stars like Lamine Yamal and Pedri shining, they’ll look to put the tie beyond Inter early.
Inter Milan, 2023's runners-up, have the pedigree and defensive organisation to frustrate which should make it a good fixture.
At 4/1, the Italians look long for a reason and Barcelona will be confident of carrying a lead into the second leg.
| Barcelona v Inter Milan - 1st Leg | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 3/5 | 62.5% |
| Draw | 16/5 | 23.8% |
| Inter Milan | 4/1 | 20.0% |
Where to Bet on the Champions League Semi-Finals
Markets for the Champions League betting are available across top betting sites, with first-leg odds, correct score, and goalscorer specials open now.
New customers can also claim free bets ahead of two blockbuster European nights.
