Overview
- UEFA set the final for Saturday, May 30, at the Puskás Arena in Budapest with Arsenal meeting Paris Saint‑Germain.
- Arsenal advanced with a 1-0 home win over Atlético Madrid after a 1-1 first leg, powered by a Bukayo Saka goal and an unbeaten run in this season’s competition.
- PSG eliminated Bayern Munich to reach a second straight final under Luis Enrique, reinforcing a campaign built on strong defending.
- Defender Jurriën Timber, out since late March with an ankle injury, has returned to training work, and his availability for the final remains uncertain.
- Pundits hailed Arteta’s rebuild, with tributes from former players and broadcasters, even as some voices urged restraint in celebrations until silverware is won.