PSG-Arsenal: Luis Enrique leads, a historic stat' for Havertz, and Arsenal's record
Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Arsenal to win their second Champions League title in Budapest.
- PSG's Luis Enrique became the club's most decorated coach, while Arsenal's Kai Havertz became the third player to score in a Champions League final for two different clubs.
- Arsenal holds the record for the most Champions League matches played without winning the trophy.
Paris Saint-Germain secured their second Champions League title on Saturday in Budapest, defeating Arsenal in a hard-fought final. The victory cemented PSG's status as a European powerhouse and added another significant trophy to their collection.
For PSG's manager, Luis Enrique, the win was particularly historic. He surpassed Laurent Blanc's record, becoming the most decorated coach in the club's history with 12 trophies. Enrique's tactical acumen and leadership were instrumental in guiding the team through the tournament, culminating in this prestigious victory. The club also matched a record for goals scored in a single Champions League season, with 45, a feat previously achieved by FC Barcelona in 1999-2000 when Enrique himself was a player.
On the other side, Arsenal's Kai Havertz achieved a personal milestone despite the team's loss. By scoring in the final, Havertz became only the third player in Champions League history to score in a final for two different clubs. This achievement highlights his consistent impact on the biggest stage, even as his team fell short.
However, the final also underscored a long-standing disappointment for Arsenal. The Gunners now hold the unwanted record for the most appearances in the Champions League without ever winning the trophy, reaching 240 matches without lifting the coveted cup. Despite an unbeaten run in the competition before the final, they were unable to overcome PSG's formidable challenge.
Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.