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FULL LIST: PSG, Arsenal dominate 2025/26 UCL Team of the Season

From The Punch · () English

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  • Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Arsenal in a penalty shootout to win their second consecutive Champions League title.
  • PSG dominated the 2025/26 Champions League Team of the Season selection, with five players named to the squad.
  • Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was named Player of the Season, while Arsenal's David Raya was selected as the goalkeeper.

Paris Saint-Germain has secured their second consecutive Champions League title, triumphing over Arsenal in a dramatic penalty shootout. The final score after extra time was 4-3 to PSG on penalties, following a hard-fought match.

Following their victory, PSG players featured prominently in UEFA's 2025/26 Champions League Team of the Season. The French club had five players selected, reflecting their dominant performance throughout the competition. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who plays as a left-winger, was honored as the Player of the Season. Vitinha, recognized as Player of the Match in the final, was included in the midfield.

Other PSG players named to the prestigious team include defenders Marquinhos and Nuno Mendes, and forward Ousmane Dembรฉlรฉ. Arsenal, the runner-up, had three players selected, while Bayern Mรผnchen contributed two, and Atlรฉtico de Madrid had one representative.

Arsenal's goalkeeper, David Raya, was named the Goalkeeper of the Season. The defensive line featured Marcos Llorente (Atlรฉtico de Madrid), Marquinhos and Nuno Mendes (PSG), and Gabriel (Arsenal). The midfield comprised Michael Olise (Bayern Mรผnchen), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Vitinha, and Kvaratskhelia (both PSG). The forward line included Ousmane Dembรฉlรฉ (PSG) and Harry Kane (Bayern Mรผnchen).

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