Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain have been crowned UEFA Champions League winners for the second consecutive season after edging Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a thrilling 1-1 draw after regulation and extra time in the 2026 final at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.
The highly anticipated clash lived up to expectations as Kai Havertz fired Arsenal ahead early in the encounter before Ousmane Dembélé restored parity for PSG from the penalty spot, forcing the contest into extra time and eventually a dramatic shootout.
With nerves stretched to the limit, the French giants held their composure from 12 yards, emerging 4-3 winners on penalties to successfully defend the European crown they first captured last season.
The triumph cements PSG’s growing dominance on the European stage, making it back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles and further establishing their place among the continent’s elite clubs.
