EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 1H 7M
E216: Paris Saint-Germain (UCL Final) — History, Pressure & Budapest (Match Preview)
from The Non-Negotiables: Arsenal Podcast · host Non-Negotiables Podcast
One match. One trophy. One chance to make Arsenal history.Arsenal are one game away from completing a season that has already delivered Premier League glory.In this Champions League Final Preview, Elliott, Justin and JJ prepare for the biggest European match in Arsenal’s history as Mikel Arteta’s side travel to Budapest to face reigning Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain. The panel reflects on the magnitude of the occasion, where this fixture ranks among Arsenal’s greatest matches, and what it means to arrive at the final as Premier League champions and unbeaten in Europe. The discussion revisits Arsenal’s journey to Budapest, from an unbeaten League Phase campaign through the knockout rounds, highlighting the standout moments, performances and players who have carried Arsenal to the biggest stage in club football. David Raya, Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyökeres all come under the spotlight as the hosts reflect on the road to the final. Attention then turns to the significance of the occasion itself. The panel discusses what lifting the Champions League would mean for Arsenal Football Club, the impact it would have on Mikel Arteta’s legacy, and why this opportunity feels different from anything Arsenal have experienced in recent years. The second half of the show focuses on Paris Saint-Germain. Elliott, Justin and JJ break down Luis Enrique’s side, analysing their route to the final, attacking strengths, defensive vulnerabilities, tactical structure and key threats. The conversation explores where Arsenal can hurt PSG, how the midfield battle may develop, and whether the wide areas could ultimately decide the destination of European football’s biggest prize. There’s also a special Champions League-themed Six Pack, counting down six of Arsenal’s most memorable European nights before the panel debates team news, predicted lineups, selection dilemmas and potential game-changing substitutions. Finally, the hosts make their Champions League Final predictions, discuss the possibility of extra time and penalties, and share what victory would mean for Mikel Arteta, Martin Ødegaard and Arsenal supporters around the world. Budapest awaits.Up The Arsenal. 🔴⚪️
Embed this episode
NOW PLAYING
E216: Paris Saint-Germain (UCL Final) — History, Pressure & Budapest (Match Preview)
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.