Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) advanced to the UEFA Champions League final after defeating Arsenal 2-1 in the second leg of their semi-final at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. This result secured a 3-1 aggregate victory for PSG, who will face Inter Milan in the final on May 31 in Munich.
PSG took the lead in the 27th minute through Fabián Ruiz's powerful long-range shot, which found the bottom corner of the net. Achraf Hakimi doubled their advantage in the 72nd minute, finishing off a well-worked move involving Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Arsenal responded quickly, with Bukayo Saka pulling one back just four minutes later, but they were unable to find an equalizer.
Despite Arsenal's spirited performance and several chances—including a notable effort from Saka and critical saves by Gianluigi Donnarumma—PSG's tactical maturity and the goalkeeper's heroics proved decisive. Arsenal showed significant progress compared to last season but ultimately fell short. PSG now have the opportunity to become the first French club to win the Champions League since Marseille in 1993. The final will take place in Munich on May 31.
In the first leg at the Emirates Stadium on April 29, PSG secured a 1-0 victory over Arsenal, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring the only goal of the match. This result gave PSG a crucial advantage heading into the second leg.
Arsenal's journey to the semi-finals marked a significant achievement for the club, as they reached this stage for the first time since 2009.
Manager Mikel Arteta praised his team's progress, stating, "We showed maturity and put our stamp in Europe against the top teams." Despite the defeat, Arsenal's performance this season has been a step forward in their quest for European success.
As PSG prepares for their first Champions League final since 2020, they will aim to secure their maiden European title and continue their dominance in French football.
