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Ferran Torres completed a five-year move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain, saying PSG is the ideal club to win his first Champions League; he credits Luis Enrique as a major influence and will wear the No. 9 shirt, departing Barca amid a mixed reception from fans following the World Cup and renewal comments.
Barcelona have agreed a €50m transfer with Paris Saint-Germain for Ferran Torres, who will sign a five-year contract with PSG and move to Paris after Barca allowed his contract to expire; he has been absent from training as the deal is finalized, with Barca previously reluctant to extend and facing a potential €8m payment to Manchester City.
Aston Villa will be without Emiliano Martinez, Ezri Konsa and Ollie Watkins for the Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain in Salzburg as Unai Emery states four weeks of rest is necessary. PSG have welcomed back several players who featured in the World Cup, while Villa will lean on youth—Triston Rowe and Brian Madjo—with Johan Manzambi injured and Leon Bailey at home amid transfer talks; John McGinn is fit to play.
Youri Tielemans’ 26-minute cameo on his Manchester United debut against Paris Saint-Germain suggested he can add composure, creativity and leadership to United’s midfield, linking well with Bruno Fernandes and easing pressure as the club move forward with his five-year deal; Marcus Rashford is set to rejoin the squad for the Ireland training camp.
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg during a pre-season friendly. Harry Maguire delivered his best performance of the tour at the back, Bryan Mbeumo scored again, and Amad Diallo provided an assist; Youri Tielemans also featured on his United bow. Mason Mount was forced off with an early injury, raising concerns ahead of the season, while Ayden Heaven had a difficult outing for the young defender.
Paris Saint-Germain officially pulled out of signing Yan Diomande after Real Madrid moved closer to finalising a deal with Leipzig for a reported €115–120 million, with PSG citing inflated fees and a commitment to financial discipline.
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.