Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured the 2025/26 Champions League title by defeating Arsenal in a thrilling final that concluded with a penalty shootout. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after both regulation and extra time, but PSG triumphed 4-3 during the penalty series.
Under the management of Luis Enrique, PSG continued to demonstrate their prowess in penalty shootouts, having won all six such encounters since his arrival. The victory against Arsenal marked a significant achievement, allowing the French club to retain the prestigious European trophy.
With this win, PSG joined a select group of teams that have claimed the Champions League in consecutive seasons. Only nine clubs in the tournament’s history have accomplished this feat, including notable teams such as Real Madrid, Benfica, Inter, and Bayern Munich.
Additionally, it is notable that Real Madrid was the last team to successfully defend their Champions League title, achieving this remarkable feat by winning three consecutive times from 2016 to 2018.