Paris Saint-Germain successfully defended their UEFA Champions League title after edging Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a tense 1-1 draw in the final at the Puskas Arena.

The match began with Arsenal taking an early lead in the sixth minute, as Kai Havertz struck a powerful rising shot past PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov.

The English side then relied on a disciplined defensive display, making it difficult for PSG to create clear scoring opportunities for much of the match.Despite Arsenal’s organised backline, PSG gradually grew into the game and found a way back in the second half.Their equaliser came in the 65th minute when Ousmane Dembele converted a penalty after Cristhian Mosquera fouled Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the box.The goal shifted momentum, but neither side managed to find a winner in regulation time.Extra time proved scrappy and lacking in clear chances, with both teams appearing cautious and fatigued.As a result, the final was ultimately decided by a penalty shoot-out.PSG held their composure under pressure, while Arsenal’s Gabriel missed a crucial spot kick by sending his effort over the crossbar.That miss allowed the French champions to secure a 4-3 shoot-out victory.

With this triumph, PSG became only the second club in the Champions League era to win back-to-back titles, underlining their growing dominance in European football.Arsenal, meanwhile, will reflect on missed opportunities after a strong defensive performance and a promising start to the match.