Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal are set to battle in the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest, with both sides bringing different strengths and storylines into the big match.

PSG are the current holders and are aiming to defend their crown, while Arsenal are chasing their first-ever Champions League title after recently winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years under Mikel Arteta.One of the major talking points is Arsenal’s strength from set-pieces.Even though they sometimes struggle to create chances from open play, they have been extremely dangerous from dead-ball situations this season.

Nearly 40 percent of their goals in their title-winning run came from set pieces, with defender Gabriel Magalhaes and set-piece coach Nicolas Jover playing key roles.This makes PSG’s goalkeeper Matvey Safonov a possible pressure point for Arsenal to target.On the other hand, PSG’s left flank is seen as a major attacking weapon.Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been outstanding, scoring 10 goals in the competition, while left-back Nuno Mendes provides constant attacking support.This side of PSG’s attack could test Arsenal’s defence heavily, especially with players like Jurrien Timber returning from injury.Fatigue is another major factor.Arsenal’s core players have played over 3,000 to 4,000 minutes this season, and Arteta insists they must not use tiredness as an excuse.Meanwhile, PSG have rotated more due to their dominance in Ligue 1, giving many of their key players more rest ahead of the final.Defensively, Arsenal have been impressive, conceding only six goals in the tournament and keeping nine clean sheets through goalkeeper David Raya.PSG, however, have been very strong in attack, scoring 44 goals and showing their ability to overwhelm opponents.

Both coaches, Luis Enrique and Mikel Arteta, have also shown tactical flexibility, with PSG even changing approach in their semi-final against Bayern Munich.The final is expected to be a tight tactical battle between PSG’s attacking force and Arsenal’s defensive discipline.