“Once is historic, twice is legendary” — the Paris Saint-Germain supporters’ slogan encapsulates the club’s mindset ahead of Saturday’s Champions League final against Arsenal at the Puskás Arena in Budapest. The French side is one step away from achieving back-to-back triumphs in Europe’s premier club competition and clinching a second star for their jersey. Only Real Madrid has managed this feat in the modern Champions League era, securing three consecutive titles from 2016 to 2018.

• Full squad availability with Hakimi and Dembélé. Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé and Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi have returned from injury this week and are set to feature against Arsenal. Paris will field their strongest possible lineup.
• Match kicks off at 6 PM CEST. The UEFA scheduled the game for 6 PM at the Puskás Arena in Budapest, Hungary. This timing was chosen to enhance the overall experience for fans, teams, and host cities, as stated by the governing body. The late afternoon slot also maximizes global viewership and media exposure.
• Unwavering hunger to win. “It motivates us to keep being one of Europe’s and the world’s best teams,” manager Luis Enrique stated at Friday’s press conference. “Once you taste victory like this, you crave more of those unforgettable moments.” echoed captain Marquinhos.