PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won their second consecutive Champions League title after defeating Arsenal in a penalty shootout. The match, held in Budapest, ended 1-1 after extra time, leading to a tense shootout where PSG triumphed 4-3. This victory marks PSG's status as a dominant force in European soccer, with coach Luis Enrique achieving his third Champions League title.
- ▪PSG won the Champions League final against Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
- ▪This victory makes PSG the second team to retain the Champions League title in the modern era.
- ▪Luis Enrique became a three-time winner as a coach, joining an elite group of coaches with at least three European Cups.
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World PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal May 30, 20265:11 PM ET By The Associated Press PSG's head coach Luis Enrique, top, celebrates with players after winning the Champions League final soccer match against Arsenal in Budapest, Hungary, Saturday, May 30, 2026. Denes Erdos/AP hide caption toggle caption Denes Erdos/AP BUDAPEST, Hungary — Winning the Champions League was so nice, Paris Saint-Germain had to do it twice. PSG became back-to-back European champion by beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest that ended 1-1 after extra time on Saturday. "It's incredible," captain Marquinhos said. "From the very first day of this season, the coach said it's hard to win, and winning twice is even more difficult.
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