Mikel Arteta has hit out at the officiating in Arsenal's heartbreaking Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, suggesting his side were denied a clear penalty. The Gunners saw their European dreams crushed in a shootout after a tense 1-1 draw, leaving the north London side to reflect on what might have been.
Paris Saint-Germain have cemented their status as the new kings of European football after defeating Arsenal in a tense Champions League final to retain their crown. In the aftermath of the historic victory, midfielder Joao Neves aimed for the Gunners' approach to the showpiece event.
Declan Rice has thrown his support behind Gabriel Magalhaes and Eberechi Eze after the duo suffered penalty heartbreak in Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Despite the crushing nature of the loss in Budapest, the midfielder insists the pair remain vital to the club's future success.
Chelsea wasted no time in reminding Arsenal of the hierarchy in the capital following the Gunners' devastating Champions League final defeat on Saturday. As Mikel Arteta’s side fell at the final hurdle against Paris Saint-Germain, the Blues took to social media to deliver a cold-blooded reminder of their own European pedigree.
Paris Saint-Germain have cemented their place in the pantheon of footballing greats after successfully defending their European crown against Arsenal. The French giants have achieved a feat of dominance rarely seen in the history of the sport, matching a record that has stood for over half a century.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique and captain Marquinhos basked in the glory of retaining their Champions League crown after overcoming a gruelling final against newly crowned Premier League champions Arsenal. Amidst wild post-match celebrations in Budapest, the Spanish tactician labelled the triumph even more impressive than the previous year's, while his Brazilian skipper lauded the squad’s elite depth and mentality.
Paris Saint-Germain successfully defended their Champions League crown as they ran out 4-3 winners on penalties over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw in Saturday's final. Ousmane Dembele had scored from the spot to pull the Ligue 1 winners level in the second half, and despite Nuno Mendes missing in the shootout, the Gunners twice fired off target to hand the European Cup back to PSG.
Luis Enrique has long been known as one of the most demanding tactical minds in world football, but former Barcelona midfielder Rafinha has now lifted the lid on the sheer intensity of the Spaniard's regime. The Brazilian-born playmaker, who worked under Enrique at both Celta Vigo and Camp Nou, admits that the manager's approach to fitness was nothing short of extreme during his early coaching days.
Arsenal’s quest for their first-ever Champions League title got off to a dream start in Budapest as Kai Havertz found the net early against Paris Saint-Germain. The German international, who famously scored the winner for Chelsea in the 2021 final, has now etched his name into the history books of European football once again.
Fans from PSG and Arsenal join the Front Three team in Budapest to play a Battle Royale game of epic proportions! Will Jules and Ali come out on top for the Ligue 1 champions or will it be Juwon and DSK who win the day for the Gunners? Find out by watching the video above
Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain have emerged as the leading contenders to sign RB Leipzig youngster Yan Diomande. The 19-year-old reportedly prefers a right-sided role, giving the two clubs a significant advantage over rivals Manchester United and Bayern Munich.
Paris Saint-Germain's squad are in line for a huge financial reward if they overcome Arsenal in the Champions League final. A report in France claims every first-team player would receive around €1 million as part of a collective bonus agreement negotiated by the club's leadership group.
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has confirmed he is fully fit to feature in the Champions League final against Arsenal despite sustaining a recent calf problem. The French international has recovered from his latest setback, while attack-minded full-back Achraf Hakimi has also been cleared to start the showpiece fixture in Budapest.
Martin Odegaard insists Arsenal harbour no fear ahead of Saturday's Champions League final against favourites Paris Saint-Germain. The Gunners skipper believes that securing the Premier League title has given his squad the ultimate confidence boost required to overcome the reigning European champions at the Puskas Arena.
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos has issued a firm warning to his team-mates regarding Arsenal's exceptional set-piece efficiency ahead of the Champions League final. The veteran Brazilian defender is demanding total concentration from the French champions, who will look to defend their European title at the Puskas Arena.
With a sometimes spectacular brand of football, Luis Enrique has thrived as PSG's head coach. On Saturday, he can defend the Champions League crown. Yet his first major managerial role ended in failure.
The Champions League final is almost here, and GOAL's writer breaks down who they expect to win and what this trophy will mean for both the Gunners and Les Parisiens
All you need to know about how to watch Spanish language coverage of the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal in the United States.
The former England and West Ham goalkeeper will be on co-comms for the Champions League final, and he made his predictions clear in an interview with GOAL
Saturday's eagerly-awaited Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest is the classic clash of styles. Arsenal boast the best defensive record in the competition, having conceded fewer goals (six) and kept more clean sheets (nine) than anyone else. The big question is, though, will Mikel Arteta's men be able to contain one of the most talented attacking teams in European football history?
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has opened up about his deep admiration for Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique, labelling his former Barcelona team-mate an "example for everyone" in the coaching world. The Gunners chief took a moment to reflect on their shared history at Camp Nou as he prepares to lead his Premier League champions into a massive Champions League final showdown against the French giants.
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