Arsenal sets UCL record for most final appearances without title after PSG loss

Arsenal lost the Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Kai Havertz and Ousmane Dembele scoring during regular time. The defeat means Arsenal now holds the record for most UCL games played without winning the trophy at 226 appearances, spanning their 2006 and 2026 final losses. Additionally, Arsenal's possession average of 24.7% in the final is the lowest by any team in a UCL final since the 2003-04 season and the lowest under manager Mikel Arteta when fielding 11 players. The club remains without a premier European title despite consistent deep runs. This historic lack of silverware raises questions about squad depth, tactical approach, and the ability to convert chances in high-pressure matches. Will Arteta overhaul tactics to improve possession and break the trophy drought, or should fans adjust expectations for continental success?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/31/ucl-arsenal-create-record-after-losing-final-to-psg/