Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4–3 in a penalty shootout after a 1–1 draw following extra time in the final at Budapest's Puskás Aréna on 30 May 2026.
Key moments
- Arsenal took an early lead through Kai Havertz.
- PSG equalized in the second half when Ousmane Dembélé converted a penalty.
- Neither side could find a winner in extra time, sending the match to penalties.
- Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães missed the decisive spot kick, allowing PSG to win the shootout 4–3.
Why it matters
- PSG became the first club since Real Madrid to successfully defend the Champions League title.
- It was PSG's second consecutive European crown and further strengthened their status as one of the dominant teams in European football under manager Luis Enrique.
- For Arsenal, it was a heartbreaking defeat in their quest for a first Champions League trophy.
Final score: PSG 1–1 Arsenal (PSG won 4–3 on penalties).