Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Final - Paris St Germain v Arsenal - Puskas Arena, Budapest, Hungary - May 30, 2026 Paris St Germain's Marquinhos lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning the UEFA Champions League REUTERS/Phil Noble
PSG claims historic Champions League 2026 double with Arsenal victory
Following each Champions League match, journalists evaluated the Paris Saint-Germain squad. After their groundbreaking triumph over Arsenal in Budapest’s final (1-1, 4-3 on penalties), it’s time to review the season’s standout performances.
The Paris Saint-Germain side has achieved what many deemed impossible. After years of near-misses and heartbreak in European competition, the club has finally cemented its place among the continent’s elite. Their dramatic victory over Arsenal in Budapest’s final match (1-1 after regulation, 4-3 on penalties) seals a historic double for the French giants.
Manager Luis Enrique built this triumph on a squad that remained largely unchanged from the previous season. Through a campaign marked by consistency and cohesion, the Parisian outfit has not only silenced critics but proven they now boast the world’s finest talent. Below is their end-of-season report card, compiled from match-by-match assessments by our reporters. And the top performer may surprise you.
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