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Champions League Final Set: PSG to Face Arsenal in Budapest

From Tempo · (38m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face Arsenal in the 2025/26 Champions League final on May 30, 2026, in Budapest.
  • PSG advanced after a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich, securing a 6-5 aggregate win in the semifinals.
  • Arsenal reached the final by defeating Atletico Madrid, winning their semifinal tie 2-1 on aggregate.

The stage is set for a thrilling climax to the 2025/26 Champions League season as French titans Paris Saint-Germain are confirmed to meet English powerhouse Arsenal in the final. This highly anticipated showdown, scheduled for May 30, 2026, at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary, promises a captivating battle for European club football's most coveted prize.

PSG, the reigning champions, demonstrated their resilience and class by overcoming a formidable Bayern Munich side. A hard-fought 1-1 draw in the second leg of their semifinal clash was enough to seal their progression, building on a dramatic 5-4 victory in the first leg. This aggregate triumph underscores PSG's determination to defend their title and etch their name further into Champions League history.

Meanwhile, Arsenal earned their spot in the final through a disciplined performance against Atletico Madrid. Securing a crucial 1-0 victory in the second leg, the Gunners clinched a 2-1 aggregate win, marking a significant achievement for the North London club. For Arsenal, this final represents a historic opportunity to claim their maiden Champions League title, adding an extra layer of intensity to an already compelling European rivalry that has seen them face PSG multiple times in recent seasons.

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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.