Arsenal’s pursuit of their first Champions League title ended in heartbreak after a tense penalty shootout defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on Tuesday night. The match, held at the Puskás Aréna, saw Arsenal take an early lead before PSG equalized via a penalty, sending the contest into extra time where neither side scored. The game ultimately culminated in a 4-3 shootout loss for the English club, with defender Gabriel Magalhaes missing a decisive penalty by sending his shot over the bar.

Among the spectators was Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, an ardent Arsenal supporter. The 82-year-old was visibly animated, celebrating the initial goal wildly alongside his nine-year-old son Deveraux, whom he shares with partner Melanie Hamrick. Jagger's enthusiasm stood in contrast to that of fellow attendee and former footballer David Beckham, who was seen observing the match with a more reserved demeanor and smiling at Jagger’s reactions.

Jagger’s connection to Arsenal dates back decades, rooted in his upbringing in Dartford, Kent, and his years living in London. Despite not living in north London, he has long been associated with the club and its fanbase. Beckham, by contrast, is not a supporter of Arsenal, reflecting his own background as a Manchester United fan. However, Beckham’s son Romeo is an Arsenal supporter and has been involved with the club’s youth academy. David Beckham has publicly expressed his bemusement at his son’s allegiance given his own ties to a rival club.

The defeat was a significant disappointment for Arsenal fans gathered at the stadium in Budapest as well as the thousands who watched the match output around the club’s home ground in north London. Arsenal’s loss denied them a major European honor in what was a closely contested and dramatic final. Paris Saint-Germain’s resilience and composure in the shootout ultimately secured them the Champions League trophy, while Arsenal were left to reflect on a campaign that fell agonizingly short of continental glory.