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PSG retain Champions League after penalty shootout victory over Arsenal
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2026-05-31 00:06   Sports   10

PSG retain Champions League after penalty shootout victory over Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain don retain dem UEFA Champions League title after dem beat Arsenal 4-3 for penalty shootout following 1-1 draw wey last 120 minutes of intense football.

Arsenal start strong as dem take early lead for 6th minute when Kai Havertz capitalise on defensive mistake, enter box and fire correct shot under the crossbar past PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov.That early goal shock PSG but dem gradually enter the game through players like Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue and Vitinha.Even though PSG dey dominate possession, Arsenal defence remain solid for first half and dem carry the slim lead enter halftime.For second half, PSG increase pressure until VAR review confirm penalty for foul by Cristhian Mosquera inside box.Dembele step up and score calmly to level the match 1-1 in 65th minute.After that equaliser, both teams push hard.PSG nearly score through Kvaratskhelia wey hit post, while Vitinha miss chance from distance.Arsenal also threaten on counter and bring in fresh legs like Gyokeres, Martinelli and Eberechi Eze.

Extra time no produce winner as both sides dey tire and chances become few, although Zubimendi nearly win am late for Arsenal but PSG defender block the shot.For penalties, drama continue as both sides convert and miss key kicks.PSG get advantage after Safonov save Eze’s penalty, while Arsenal keeper Raya also make save from Nuno Mendes.Achraf Hakimi and Martinelli score for their sides, but PSG hold nerve.

Finally, Lucas Beraldo score decisive kick while Gabriel miss final penalty for Arsenal, giving PSG victory and confirming their successful title defence in Europe.

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