Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for TNT Sports during PSG vs Arsenal?

RIO Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage for Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final second leg away at PSG this evening.

The Gunners are looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit following Ousmane Dembele’s strike in London last week.

Rio Ferdinand will miss the Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and PSGCredit: Andrew Orchard/Andrew Orchard sports photography/Alamy Live news
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 29: Leandro Trossard of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between Arsenal FC and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at Emirates Stadium on April 29, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)
Arsenal will be looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit as they head to Paris this weekendCredit: Getty

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Les Parisiens historically do not perform well in home Champions League semi-finals, so the Gunners will be given a boost before the clash even kicks off.

PSG have appeared in the competition’s final more recently than the Gunners, having been there in 2020, with Arsenal not appearing since 2006.

Both sides are aiming to lift the iconic Champions League trophy for the first time in their history this season.

Why is Rio Ferdinand not on commentary for PSG vs Arsenal?

Rio Ferdinand confirmed via X that he will miss tonight’s match after being hospitalised.

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The former Man Utd defender posted: “Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!”

Man in hospital bed giving thumbs up.
Rio Ferdinand will not be a part of TNT Sports’ coverage this eveningCredit: https://x.com/rioferdy5

“Wishing the team all the best — I’ll be watching every minute from the iPad!”

TNT Sports replied to the post by saying: “Get well soon, Rio.”

SunSport understands his condition is not serious.

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How to watch PSG vs Arsenal

  • PSG vs Arsenal is available to watch on TNT Sports 1.
  • The match can be live streamed on discovery+.
  • The game will start at 8pm BST.
  • PSG currently lead the tie 1-0 after last weeks first-leg.
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