PSG wins thrilling shootout for back-to-back Champions League crowns
Paris Saint-Germain has successfully defended their Champions League title by defeating Arsenal in a penalty shootout. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, with PSG winning 4-3 on penalties. This victory marks PSG as the first men's team to retain the Champions League title since Real Madrid in 2018.
- ▪PSG won the Champions League final against Arsenal after a penalty shootout.
- ▪The match ended 1-1 after extra time, leading to the shootout where PSG triumphed 4-3.
- ▪This victory makes PSG the first men's team to retain the title since Real Madrid's three-peat from 2016 to 2018.
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Paris Saint-Germain beats Arsenal on penalties in Champions League finalTopic:SportSun 31 May 2026 at 6:54amSun 31 May 2026 at 6:54amSun 31 May 2026 at 6:54amPSG's 2026 final was a much closer contest than the 5-0 victory over Inter last year. (Getty Images/Image Photo Agency)In short:Paris Saint-Germain has won a second straight Champions League crown, beating Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout after scores were locked at 1-1.The French club is the first men's team to retain the title since Real Madrid won a third straight final in 2018.Manager Luis Enrique said this year's victory was more impressive than last year's 5-0 win over Inter Milan.abc.net.au/news/psg-beats-arsenal-in-champions-league-final/106741958Link copiedShareShare articleParis Saint-Germain have held their nerve in a…
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