Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has expressed strong confidence that his team will make history by winning their first-ever UEFA Champions League title this weekend. The Gunners are set to face reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain in the final, scheduled for Saturday in Budapest. Coming off their first Premier League championship since 2004, Arsenal enter the match as underdogs according to bookmakers, but Arteta believes the squad's momentum and belief from their recent success are powerful factors.

Speaking at the League Managers Association’s annual awards dinner in London on Tuesday, where he was named Premier League Manager of the Year, the 44-year-old Spaniard conveyed a sense of optimism and determination. “You could sense the energy, you can sense the positivity and the confidence on the players and everybody around the club,” Arteta said. He described the upcoming final as a unique opportunity to "write new history" for Arsenal and said the team would travel to Budapest fully convinced they could be crowned European champions.

Arteta reflected on the journey that led to Arsenal's breakthrough Premier League title, acknowledging past challenges and near misses. He highlighted the significance of winning the league for the club's global supporters and expressed pride in the team's perseverance. The manager also credited various individuals who contributed to his growth, including Arsenal’s leadership for trusting him as a relatively inexperienced manager when he took over in 2019, and Everton boss David Moyes for initially bringing him into English football.

Particular praise was reserved for Arteta’s coaching staff, whom he described as “instrumental” in the club’s recent achievements. Acknowledging the demanding nature of their work, he expressed gratitude both to his team and their families for their dedication and support. “You can’t do anything without the best people in the world around you,” he said, emphasizing the collective effort behind the club's success.

As Arsenal prepare for what could be a historic night, the club and its followers will look to build on their domestic triumph by securing their maiden Champions League trophy against a formidable PSG side known for their attacking prowess.