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Arsenal warned PSG are ‘one of most dangerous sides in world football’ ahead of Champions League showdown .
PSG player Khvicha Kvaratskhelia cautions Arsenal to prepare for a 'top-quality' attacking line
PSG will meet Arsenal at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of Paris Saint-Germain has warned Arsenal that they will face "one of the most dangerous sides in world football" in the Champions League semi-finals.
Arsenal will face PSG in the opening leg at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.
PSG's forward line has been in explosive form, with a front three of Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele, and either Desire Doue or Bradley Barcola posing a strong threat to Arsenal.
Kvaratskhelia has thrived since his £60 million January arrival, and he believes Arsenal will face several "top-quality players".
"Their individual qualities really help me a lot because they create so many chances," she added. "Having such skilled and speedy players around you, who can score goals and assist out of nowhere, is something to be grateful for.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will pose a significant threat for PSG versus Arsenal.
"It's always wonderful to have some competition within the squad, but we're more focused on pushing each other to improve. That's great for the team because it keeps everyone on their toes. When you have top-tier players around you, you are naturally motivated to give your all.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will pose a significant threat for PSG versus Arsenal.
"It's always wonderful to have some competition within the squad, but we're more focused on pushing each other to improve. That's great for the team because it keeps everyone on their toes. When you have top-tier players around you, you are naturally motivated to give your all.
"Creating that type of healthy rivalry inside a squad is difficult, so it's fantastic that we were able to accomplish that. Doue, Dembele, and Barcola are all elite players capable of competing at the highest level.
"What distinguishes Doue is his self-confidence. He's only 19, but he's a true gift to football, with so much more to offer. What distinguishes him from other young players is his passion for the game and his professionalism. Everyone believes in him and his abilities. We have so many excellent attackers, which is what makes us one of the most dangerous teams in international football today.
"What distinguishes Doue is his self-confidence. He's only 19, but he's a true gift to football, with so much more to offer. What distinguishes him from other young players is his passion for the game and his professionalism. Everyone believes in him and his abilities. We have so many excellent attackers, which is what makes us one of the most dangerous teams in international football today.
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