PSG wins Champions League final against Arsenal on penalties

The Champions League final at the Puskás Arena ended 1:1 after regular time and extra time. Spiegel reports that PSG goalkeeper Donnarumma made the decisive saves in the penalty shootout, leading the defending champions to victory. Arsenal, which had mounted a strong campaign this season, missed the opportunity to claim its first Champions League title since the founding of the modern competition.

Tagesschau documents that both teams delivered a balanced match over 90 minutes. The game was characterized by defensive stability and few clear chances – a typical final at the highest level. Only in extra time did the game gain momentum, but neither team managed to score the decisive goal.

Clashes before the final

Already on the night before the final, clashes had occurred between supporters of both teams in central Budapest. Die Welt reports that Hungarian police had to deploy multiple operations to bring the situation under control. Despite these incidents, the final itself proceeded without major disruptions.

For PSG, the victory means defending the title from the previous year. The French club thereby solidifies its status as one of the most dominant forces in European football. Arsenal, meanwhile, must settle for the runner-up title despite an impressive season and will analyze in the coming months how to capitalize on such moments in the future.