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Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi was ordered to stand trial in France on rape charges after the Versailles appeal court found sufficient evidence; the case, linked to a 2023 allegation, has no trial date yet. Hakimi denies wrongdoing and remains with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup.
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States and thus missed the World Cup over alleged terror-related associations, has been appointed to referee the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on 12 August in Salzburg, following discussions between UEFA and CAF. UEFA president Ceferin praised Artan, noting his status as the 2025 CAF Men’s Referee of the Year and that he would have been the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup.
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a dramatic penalty shootout in Budapest on May 30, 2026, to win their second straight Champions League title. Under Luis Enrique, PSG clinched the trophy as Nasser Al-Khelaifi lifted it, with Ousmane Dembele scoring from a penalty and Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes missing a penalty in the shootout.
UEFA reveals the starting lineups for the Champions League final in Budapest: PSG's Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia vs Arsenal's Raya; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Ødegaard, Trossard; Havertz.
Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain fans lit up the Champions League atmosphere with competing anthems and chants, underscoring the fierce club pride as the two European giants head toward the final, with scenes of PSG fans lighting flares and Arsenal supporters celebrating domestic success earlier in May.
Arsenal conducted a light training session at the Puskas Stadium in Budapest 24 hours before their Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, giving the squad a first feel for the venue as they aim to dethrone the holders.
Fresh from clinching the Premier League, Arsenal head to Budapest to face PSG in the Champions League final, with Mikel Arteta insisting the ambition is “bigger” and the players must show clarity, courage and relentless desire to win to write a new chapter in the club’s history.
Ahead of the Champions League final in Budapest, PSG and Arsenal navigate key injury concerns that will influence their starting XIs. PSG face decisions over Hakimi’s fitness and the midfield trio of Neves, Vitinha, and Ruiz, with Dembele leading the attack. Arsenal determine goal, defense, and midfield configurations, weighing whether Timber returns, who partners Rice in midfield, and whether Odegaard, Eze, or another option provides balance behind a forward line of Saka, Havertz, and Trossard, with Gyokeres as a late option. The piece provides full predicted lineups and strategic context for both managers.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta described winning the Premier League as one of the best feelings, speaking in a two-part press conference about the remaining league clash with Crystal Palace and the upcoming Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. He highlighted the emotional journey, praised Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and Pep Guardiola, spoke about sustaining success to possibly dominate for years, and gave brief fitness updates on Mikel Merino and Jurrien Timber. A trophy parade is planned, with Arteta signaling the aim to celebrate with two trophies after the PSG final.
Paris Saint-Germain controlled the tempo from the start at the Allianz Arena, exposing Bayern Munich’s collective dip in intensity with a string of underperformances from Olise, Laimer, Kimmich, Musiala and more; only Manuel Neuer and Harry Kane delivered the bare minimum, Bayern’s home form again a liability, and questions lingering about Vincent Kompany’s ceiling and the team’s ability to rotate and improve for Europe.
Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich in Munich, sealing a 6-5 aggregate victory to reach the Champions League final in Budapest where they will face Arsenal; Dembélé opened the scoring, Kane struck late for Bayern, and PSG’s defensive resolve plus standout moments from Kvaratskhelia helped secure the tie as PSG became the first French club to reach three European Cup/CL finals.
Paris Saint-Germain outplayed Bayern Munich to reach the Champions League final against Arsenal, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring early and PSG’s defense and relentless pressing stifling Bayern; Harry Kane’s late strike offered a glimmer of hope, but PSG prevailed to set up a final against Arsenal.
PSG, rebuilt under Luis Enrique after the superstar era, have become the complete team Arsenal must beat in the Budapest final: a potent attack led by Kvaratskhelia and Dembele, a disciplined defense anchored by Marquinhos and Willian Pacho, and a well-oiled midfield of Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz and Joao Neves. Their 6-5 aggregate win over Bayern showcased a dazzling, versatile side and confirms PSG as Europe’s current benchmark, presenting a daunting challenge for Mikel Arteta’s Gunners.
PSG beat Bayern 1-0 in the second leg in Munich, taking a 6-4 aggregate lead in the Champions League semifinal. Ousmane Dembélé opened the scoring early as PSG continue to hold the edge after the first leg's thrilling 5-4 result. Bayern now must overturn the deficit in a must-win return leg. Bayern were without Gnabry and David Santos, while PSG were missing Hakimi and Lucas Chevalier.
PSG and Bayern’s high‑quality clash showcased elite attacking football fueled by wealth and focus, while Clarence Seedorf’s defense‑minded take and the Premier League’s demanding calendar highlight a split: you can chase dazzling football or a brutal title race, but English clubs often sacrifice flair for control and depth.