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Champions League review: a punch for Arteta and are PSG and Arsenal really that different?
The teams for the final in Budapest are set. We look at how they got there and the factors that could determine the champion
TL;DR
- PSG advanced to the Champions League final by demonstrating defensive discipline against Bayern Munich.
- Arsenal's consistent progress sees them reach the final after quarter-final and semi-final appearances in previous seasons.
- Manager Mikel Arteta's trust in young players like Myles Lewis-Skelly has been a key factor in Arsenal's success.
- The final in Budapest draws parallels to Arsenal's 2006 final appearance.
- Vincent Kompany expressed dissatisfaction with the refereeing in Bayern Munich's semi-final tie.
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's performance for PSG is highlighted, combining old-school wing play with modern pressing.
- Marquinhos has been a stalwart for PSG since 2013, embodying their defensive efforts.
- Arsenal seeks to overcome past European disappointments and the memory of being eliminated by PSG last season.