PSG vs Arsenal: how to watch the Champions League final in Budapest
A historic chapter of European football is set to be written this Saturday in Budapest, Hungary. The Puskas Arena will provide the stage as the defending champions, Paris Saint-Germain, take on Arsenal, a club still in pursuit of its first-ever Champions League trophy. This final promises a compelling tactical battle between the explosive offensive power of the Parisians and the disciplined defensive structure and set-piece efficiency of the Gunners.
Kickoff time and broadcast details for PSG vs Arsenal
The championship match will take place this Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Fans can follow the action live on M6 for free-to-air coverage, or watch the full broadcast on Canal+.
Paris Saint-Germain aims for a historic double
Luis Enrique’s squad, currently holding both the French and European titles, prepares to face the newly crowned English champions. The Spanish coach benefits from the return of right-back Achraf Hakimi and Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé, both back from injury. In the attacking third, Paris is expected to field a dangerous trio consisting of Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The Georgian international has been in sensational form this season, racking up 10 goals and 7 assists in the Champions League.
The road to Budapest was intense for Paris. After finishing 11th in the unique group stage, they had to overcome Monaco in a playoff. They subsequently eliminated European giants Chelsea, Liverpool, and finally Bayern Munich with aggregate scores of 5-4 and 1-1.
Arsenal eyes its first European crown
The Gunners entered the knockout phase with a perfect record of eight wins in eight group matches. They maintained their momentum by knocking out Bayer Leverkusen, Sporting, and Atlético Madrid. Fresh from their Premier League triumph, Mikel Arteta’s team is now focused on securing the most prestigious trophy in club football for the first time in their history.
Mikel Arteta will have to manage without the injured Ben White in defense. However, he can rely on a solid defensive core featuring Riccardo Calafiori, William Saliba, and Gabriel. Declan Rice will serve as the midfield engine, while the offensive threat will be spearheaded by stars Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyökeres.
Probable starting lineups
- PSG: Safonov – Hakimi (or Zaïre-Emery), Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes – Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz – Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia.
- Arsenal: Raya – Lewis-Skelly, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori (or Mosquera) – Eze, Zubimendi (or Ödegaard), Rice – Saka, Gyökeres, Trossard (or Martinelli).
