RECAP: Champions League Final LIVE - PSG vs Arsenal free streams, build-up
PSG took on Arsenal in Budapest for the Champions League
by Dan Struthers · What Hi-Fi?Refresh
2026-05-30T19:34:52.381Z
That's all, folks!
Well, it looked like it was going to be a 1-0 victory for Arsenal but how the tables turned.
A penalty equaliser gave PSG a fighting chance which they managed to hold on to for extra time until that pivotal penalty shootout which saw them come out on top.
Drama was aplenty and fans certainly got their money's worth, if not the result they wanted.
Anyway, I'm off now but thanks for keeping tuned and until next time, I've been Dan!
2026-05-30T19:27:39.966Z
The moment the trophy is lifted...
2026-05-30T19:22:45.481Z
Gabriel misses the final penalty but is comforted by his teammates
2026-05-30T19:17:12.753Z
The PSG reaction as it happened...
2026-05-30T19:06:25.427Z
PSG defend their Champions League title!
Takes a bit of the shine off the Arsenal premier league victory but PSG pulled through in the end with some solid penalties!
They manage to defend their title after their spectacular victory last year. Not quite the triumphant victory they were after but a win's a win.
Final result: PSG 1 - 1 Arsenal (Pens: 4-3).
2026-05-30T19:02:50.978Z
Gabriel skies his penalty!
Couldn't have been a more important penalty and Gabriel just skies it over the goalpost.
Which means...PSG win the Champions League FInal!
PSG 4-3 Arsenal on penalties.
2026-05-30T19:00:22.170Z
PSG score, Arsenal need the next one!
Raya can't deliver and PSG have the advantage.
PSG 4-3 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:59:31.288Z
3-3!
We now basically enter sudden death with both teams on equal pegging as PSG score!
PSG 3-3 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:58:39.109Z
Hakimi brings PSG in front!
PSG manage to bring it back!
PSG 3-2 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:57:39.507Z
Rice scores to equalise for Arsenal!
Cometh the man!
Rice scores to equalise for Arsenal when they needed it the most.
PSG 2-2 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:56:39.649Z
Raya saves a beauty!
Finally a goalie saves a pen, and it had to be Raya!
PSG 2-1 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:55:55.882Z
Eze misses the goal entirely!
Eze misses in an absolute shocker and gives PSG the advantage.
PSG 2-1 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:54:40.606Z
Raya misses
Doue thunders it in, same right side of the goal.
100% of the goals scored that way, and 100% of the goalies have dived left
PSG 2-1 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:53:33.861Z
Arsenal equalise!
Same place for Arsenal, a winning formula!
PSG 1-1 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:52:55.080Z
Raya misses, Ramos scores!
Ramos scores a confident goal in the top right corner and Raya dives the other way.
PSG 1-0 Arsenal
2026-05-30T18:50:58.288Z
PSG wins the coin toss (twice)
Advantage for PSG as the penalties will be taken their side.
Another advantage is PSG shooting first and Raya defending.
2026-05-30T18:46:10.718Z
Penalties it is!
PSG have lucked out after Arsenal looked dangerous with a corner in the last minute...but scuppered it.
Penalties it is!
2026-05-30T18:41:32.745Z
Inevitable penalties?
Both teams look terrified of making a mistake and with 3 minutes to go it's looking like penalties.
With world-class goalkeeper Raya you'd think Arsenal may have an advantage but you just never know with pens...
2026-05-30T18:31:41.250Z
Great goalkeeping from Raya!
As PSG attacks, Raya dives forward and punches it out of immediate danger successfully.
In the process he leaves the goal vulnerable but it was a calculated move.
2026-05-30T18:27:34.769Z
Halftime on extra time
Well, that lack of VAR check was a controversial moment to end the first half of extra time on.
But 15 minutes left or the dreaded penalties...
2026-05-30T18:22:24.764Z
VAR?!
It looked like it may be a VAR check after an Arsenal player went down in the PSG box...but no.
Declan Rice gets booked for protesting too much but it was a controversial decision not to call VAR at the very least. But what would a final be without a bit of controversy around a potential penalty.
2026-05-30T18:11:37.479Z
Arsenal come out swinging
Less than two minutes into extra time and Arsenal land a corner.
Dangerous territory for PSG, Arsenal great at converting these corners into goals...not quite this time though.
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2026-05-30T18:04:02.333Z
Extra time it is!
90 minutes is up...roll on the next 30 minutes!
Some near misses from both sides, particularly from PSG but no conversion.
Guess you'll have to stick with me here for the next half an hour of nerves as one team will prevail...or penalties.
2026-05-30T17:56:09.133Z
Six minutes added time
Looks like it'll be extra time, folks.
2026-05-30T17:52:20.000Z
Five minutes left!
With just five minutes left it's a real nail bitter!
Now very much an end to end game, it's anyone's guess who will triumph here...or more likely it'll go to extra time.
2026-05-30T17:44:33.518Z
Both sides on the attack!
Arsenal was looking dangerous in the PSG box with some tasty chances but to no avail...
...and then straight up the pitch to the Arsenal end! Ultimately it hits the crossbar but this was a rare instance of sloppy Arsenal defence.
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2026-05-30T17:31:45.867Z
Ousmane Dembélé scores!
Bottom left corner from Ousmane Dembélé sees PSG equalise!
It was a bit of a lifeline for the French team who couldn't find an opportunity for most of the game but due to a clumsy tackle, they found a penalty.
1-1. Things have heated up, don't go anywhere!
2026-05-30T17:28:37.491Z
PSG awarded a penalty!
This is exactly what PSG have been waiting for.
PSG go down in the box and Arsenal are responsible, this is a penalty that may result in an equaliser...
2026-05-30T17:20:58.963Z
Some Champions League Final stats...
A few record-breaking stats here. First Champions League Final between two teams from capital cities and first time between an English and French side.
A lot of interesting stats but the only one that matters will take place in 35 minutes.
Who will prevail?
2026-05-30T17:12:13.522Z
Second half kicks off!
PSG bring the action to Arsenal's side straight out of the gate.
You sense they're looking for blood now...and they've found a start as Mosquera gets a yellow for time wasting.
2026-05-30T16:58:04.706Z
Halftime...on a cliffhanger
We enter halftime after a sluggish first half from PSG.
Just at the end of added time as Saka was seconds away from taking a corner, the ref decided to blow the whistle for some bizarre reason. Arsenal were time wasting a fair amount but it was an odd way to end the first half.
You sense that the PSG pep talk will be fairly brutal and changes will be made whereas 'more of the same' might be the flavour from the Arsenal side.
2026-05-30T16:49:20.559Z
6 minutes added time
PSG will be looking for an equaliser in the next six minutes to put them in a good place for the second half.
The odds look against them though.
2026-05-30T16:44:27.185Z
PSG: no shots on target
73% possession from PSG so far but no shots on target.
That tells you everything you need to know about the way that both teams are playing. The sea of red in defence won't let up and even when the French team advances they can't create any opportunities.
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2026-05-30T16:31:31.613Z
More bad news for PSG
PSG goalkeeper Matvéi Safónov is down.
A bit of a kerfuffle in the box and it looks like a combination of Saka and his own PSG players knocked down Safónov. After a few minutes and a medical check up, he's up but we'll keep an eye on that one.
2026-05-30T16:29:04.988Z
The stats don't lie
As we head into the drink break - due to the extreme temperatures across Europe including Hungary - let's delve into the stats...
To put Arsenal's defensive success into perspective: goalkeeper Raya managed to keep 19 clean sheets for the season that just wrapped up. Second place was Manchester City with 15 but Arsenal simply dominate this area with their incredible defence and goalkeeper.
Will they manage a clean sheet this game?
2026-05-30T16:15:36.885Z
Arsenal's defensive strategy
You sense that after an early 1-0 from Arsenal, they'll happily settle for that and defend for the next 80 minutes.
With a world-class defence, the London team may be on to a winning - if boring - strategy but PSG will have other plans. If anything's woken up the French side, it'll be an unexpected early goal so they have something to prove now.
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2026-05-30T16:10:24.850Z
Arsenal score within 5 minutes!
Kai Havertz launches it into the top corner! After a lucky break as the ball deflects off a player, Havertz charges forward and pops it over the goalkeeper's head.
PSG look baffled at what happened, but Arsenal were dominating from kickoff after a bit of stop-start play so the writing was on the wall.
The goalie should have done better but a sensational goal to give Arsenal some confidence early on.
Paris 0 - 1 Arsenal.
2026-05-30T16:02:34.822Z
Kickoff!
The whistle blows and the game begins!
Arsenal boot it in the air and start on the attack.
2026-05-30T15:57:31.032Z
Enter the players
As if the roof couldn't be blown off anymore, the PSG and Arsenal squad enter the stadium.
The cheers are deafening, the flags are flying and the stage is set. Get ready for kickoff!
2026-05-30T15:53:26.158Z
Enter...the Killers?!
Following the tradition of the pre-show and halftime show of the Super Bowl, the Champions League Final has employed The Killers to get the energy going.
They get stuck into a medley of their greatest hits including When You Were Young, Human, All These Things That I've Done and - of course - Mr Brightside.
The crowd seem to be going for it but you sense they're hyped up enough they'll go for anything, particularly the chance to shout along the lyrics to every British pub/club closing song: Mr Brightside.
2026-05-30T15:46:45.204Z
15 minutes until kickoff
We're about to see Marquinhos and Martin Ødegaard lead out their respective teams of PSG and Arsenal. The only question left is...how are you watching the game?
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2026-05-30T15:32:07.685Z
Rice v Kvaratskhelia
The two names on everyone's lips today are Rice and Kvaratskhelia. Two very different players for two very different teams but both synonymous with greatness for their respective teams.
Kvaratskhelia is considered by many one of the best wingers in the world and has proved himself a name worthy of played at such a prestigious club such as PSG.
Rice is also on a hot streak, recently crowned BBC Sport’s first ever Premier League Player of the Year and primed to do great things for England at the World Cup.
How will this translate into results? Find out in less than 30 minutes!
2026-05-30T15:10:58.256Z
Famous Arsenal fans grace the screen
It's a star-studded affair on the Arsenal side!
For those sucking up the subscription price and watching on TNT Sports, we were just treated to insights from House of the Dragon actor Steve Toussaint, and comedians Dara O'Brien, Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan. As well as big names in the UK, they're all big Arsenal fans and just a flavour of the excitement and passion surrounding this London club.
Will the best team to never win the Champions League finally triumph today?
2026-05-30T14:55:41.171Z
Arsenal and PSG lineup revealed!
PSG starting XI: Safonov, Hakimi, Pacho, Marquhinhos, Nuno Mendes, Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Doue, Kavratskhelia, Dembele
Arsenal starting XI: Raya, Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie, Rice, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Saka, Trossard, Havertz.
2026-05-30T14:42:00.903Z
Not long until the lineup is released
Stay with us for more updates on the game of the year pitting arguably Europe's two best teams against each other.
We'll bring you the lineup when it's released in 20 minutes time and all the other important information you need to know ahead of PSG v Arsenal.
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2026-05-30T14:18:11.450Z
How can I watch the Champions League Final?
A controversial issue with this Champions League Final is it will be the first one that won't be free to watch.
Since 1992 all all of the finals of this acclaimed tournament have been accessible to everyone, but 2026 marks a departure from this norm. Despite pressure on TNT executives, led by self-confessed 'Gooner' Kier Starmer, this will not change which has led to anger among the football community.
However, a slight silver lining, there is free streaming with English commentary available on RTÉ Player in Ireland and on 9Now in Australia.
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2026-05-30T13:53:03.132Z
PSG: Defending Champions for two years?
PSG are easily the favourites going into this and it's no surprise to see why.
They've not only won this season's Ligue 1, with their only compeition being from runners up RC Lens, but they are the defending champions of the Champions League Final from last year. In a bruising victory over Inter Milan which saw PSG dominate 5-0, they have every reason to be confident.
However, Arsenal recent return to form after waiting 22 years for that Premier League win has given the momentum they need to rise to the challenge.
It's one of the most anticipated games of the year - which is saying something considering it's placement after the Premier League and before the World Cup - and promises to be a treat for fans across the world.
Keep tuned and we'll let you know how to watch it wherever you are in the world next.
2026-05-30T13:26:33.442Z
Hungary's stage is set
The Champions League Final action this year will be taking place in Puskás Aréna located in Budapest, Hungary.
Reports of fans - both Arsenal and PSG - paying eye-watering amounts of money for flights, hotels and tickets to this anticipated game are part and parcel of such a big event but extraordinary nevertheless.
It will be interesting to see the makeup of the crowd and which side will be dominating the atmosphere. Both France and England fans not known for their shyness and both clubs command a dedicated fanbase.
We'll keep you updated on the latest here.
2026-05-30T13:04:33.035Z
Our coverage begins now!
Welcome to what will - most likely be - 2026's most watched football league game in the world!
We'll start to drip feed coverage from now up to, and during the game, to give you everything you need to know about the teams, the drama on and off the pitch and how you can watch it all wherever you are.
Stay with us so you don't miss a thing!
Welcome to our Champions League Final Live Blog!
PSG vs Arsenal promises to be one of the best Champions League finals in recent memory.
It is a clear contrast in styles, with the Parisians committed to a free-flowing approach. Arsenal by contrast will look to make life as difficult as possible for their opponents while hoping that one of their key players Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka or the ever decisive Leandro Trossard can produce a moment of inspiration when it matters most.
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