Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League title following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Arsenal after the final ended 1-1 in regulation time on Saturday in Budapest.

Arsenal took an early lead thanks to a goal by Kai Havertz, who found the back of the net in the first half. However, PSG responded in the second half when Ousmane Dembele converted a penalty to level the score. Despite efforts from both teams throughout the remainder of the match, neither side was able to break the deadlock, sending the contest to a shootout.

During the penalty phase, Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes were unable to find the target for Arsenal, which proved costly as Paris Saint-Germain capitalized on their chances. PSG’s successful conversions ultimately secured their consecutive Champions League triumph, making them only the second team in the competition’s history to defend their title.

The final, held in Budapest, showcased a tightly contested battle between two of Europe’s top clubs, highlighting the growing competitiveness of the tournament in recent years. PSG’s victory maintains their position among the continent’s elite, while Arsenal will be left to reflect on missed opportunities in a closely fought encounter.