PSG succeeded by winning a penalty shootout against Arsenal after a thrilling 120-minute draw, securing the UEFA Champions League title defense.
The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League final took place at Puskás Aréna in Hungary on Saturday night, 31 May 2026. Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning champions from France's Ligue 1, faced off against Arsenal from England's Premier League, who were aiming for their first European title.
Just 6 minutes into the first half, Arsenal took a 1-0 lead when PSG defender Marquinhos mishandled the ball, allowing Kai Havertz to intercept, break free into the left side of the penalty area, and score past PSG goalkeeper Matvei Safonov. The first half ended with this score.
In the second half, at the 65th minute, PSG was awarded a penalty after Kvilja Kvaratskhelia was fouled by Christian Mosquera and fell. Ousmane Dembélé successfully converted the penalty, leveling the match at 1-1.
After 90 minutes, the score remained tied at 1-1, leading to extra time. Even after the full 120 minutes, neither team scored further. The champion was decided by a penalty shootout, where PSG was more accurate, winning 4-3 and successfully defending their title.