Paris Saint-Germain are aiming to become the first team since Real Madrid to retain the Champions League, as they take on an Arsenal side chasing their first European triumph following their recent league success.
Arsenal head into this final with PSG, having finally captured the Premier League title, ending a 22-year drought for the Gunners and validating the progress made under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal are in fine form for this final against PSG, having won their previous five matches in all competitions and going unbeaten in their last seven. Arsenal's record in Europe this season has been nothing short of exceptional, with the Gunners the only unbeaten side in this competition, boasting 11 wins and 3 draws.
Arsenal's defence has been a pillar of their Premier League success, with a 50% clean-sheet rate in the league and four clean sheets in their last five matches across all competitions. The Gunners have the best defensive record in the Champions League this season, with six goals conceded in 14 matches.
The European Champions PSG are arguably the best footballing side on the planet at the moment, with the midfield of João Neves, Vitinha and Warren Zaïre-Emery providing a wonderful balance for Luis Enrique. Just like in the previous season, PSG have shown their qualities as the tournament has progressed, knocking out Chelsea and Liverpool en route to the final. Luis Enrique's men are seeking a second European triumph from their demolition of Inter Milan in last season's final. Le Parisiens lost their final league game against local rivals Paris FC; however, by that point, the league title was wrapped up.
With Arsenal, though, it feels the stars are aligning with Mikel Arteta's side, and both sides do have injury concerns. Achraf Hakimi is the big miss for PSG, meanwhile, concerns for Arsenal over the fitness of Jurrien Timber.
Arsenal's defensive prowess should edge them over the line in this fixture, confirming a Premier League and Champions League double for the Gunners.
Arsenal 1-0 PSG
