‘I have two world-class goalkeepers!’ David Ospina could start Arsenal’s next Champions League game after impressing in PSG draw, reveals Wenger

Arsene Wenger felt his surprise team selection for Arsenal’s Champions League opener against Paris Saint-Germain was vindicated after stand-in goalkeeper David Ospina pulled off a series of stunning saves in the 1-1 draw in France.

The Colombian was not expected to start at the Parc des Princes, and fans were unconvinced ahead of kick-off when it was revealed he had been drafted in ahead of Petr Cech, but he performed admirably.

He conceded early on when striker Edinson Cavani headed the hosts ahead inside a minute play, but Ospina ultimately won his duel with a number of crucial stops to prevent Unai Emery's side extending their lead, before Alexis Sanchez struck with 12 minutes remaining to seal a point in the trickiest tie of their group.

And Wenger has admitted the number two’s display might just have guaranteed him a starting spot for their next European tie.

"I have two world-class goalkeepers," Wenger said.

"I can give them both games. If they do not play, you can't keep two world-class goalkeepers."

"We have a rule that the keepers know [when they will play].

"It's important to have clear rules like that. They know what the rules are for the season. If they change, I'll tell them."

Asked if Ospina would only feature in Europe, Wenger replied: "I'll not answer that question. It's down to performances.

"On what he delivered tonight, he has the right to stay in the team for the next Champions League game."