PSG secures historic Champions League double in 2026 with Arsenal victory
Following each UEFA Champions League clash, players received individual evaluations from our editorial team. Now, with the Parisians’ record-breaking achievement—defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest—the time has come for a season-end assessment.
The wait is over. After years of near-misses and heartbreak in European competition, Paris Saint-Germain has finally etched its name into football history. On a dramatic Saturday evening in Budapest, the Parisians claimed their first-ever Champions League crown, overcoming Arsenal in a penalty shootout (1-1 AET, 4-3 on penalties) to complete an unprecedented domestic and European double.
The transformation is complete. Under Luis Enrique’s guidance, the club has evolved from underachievers to continental kings, proving that technical brilliance and tactical discipline can overcome even the most daunting obstacles.
The foundation for this historic triumph was laid long before the final whistle. Luis Enrique retained nearly the same starting XI from last season, and the squad’s consistency shone throughout the campaign. Their collective excellence culminated in Budapest, where technical mastery met unshakable composure to secure the ultimate prize.
We’ve tracked every match closely, evaluating player performances after each outing. Below, we present their end-of-season report cards—the grades they earned in their quest to make history.
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