PSG beat Arsenal in a penalty shootout to defend the Champions League title.

In the starting lineup, coach Luis Enrique trusted 10 players who started for PSG in last year's final, with only the goalkeeper position being different. Meanwhile, manager Mikel Arteta caused a slight surprise by using a full-back pair of Mosquera and Hincapie to establish a solid formation for Arsenal.

Unsurprisingly, PSG started faster, with individuals capable of applying pressure and possessing good speed. But before they could create any dangerous chances, the French team conceded an early goal. From a somewhat fortunate clearance, Kai Havertz sprinted down the left wing and shot into the net past goalkeeper Safonov from a tight angle. The Gunners took the lead in the 6th minute.

After scoring the opener, the English side continued to deploy a deep defensive block, waiting for counterattack opportunities. Despite their efforts, PSG could only manage shots on goal for the rest of the first half. The match remained evenly contested until the 64th minute, when Kvaratskhelia dribbled forward, bypassed Mosquera, and forced the Spanish defender to foul him inside the box. From the penalty spot, Dembele made no mistake to bring the final back to square one.

After equalizing, PSG slowed down as some players ran out of stamina. On the other side, coach Arteta instructed his players to control the ball and exploit long passes. However, neither side managed to find the back of the net again during regular time or extra time. For the first time in a decade, the UEFA Champions League final went to a decisive penalty shootout.

In the shootout, only Nuno Mendes missed for PSG, while Arsenal had two players, Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes, fail to convert. Winning 4-3 on penalties, PSG officially became UEFA Champions League champions for the second consecutive year.