The Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG, taking place this Saturday at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, will be a clash of two contrasting styles. Mikel Arteta's side boasts the best defense in the competition, having conceded only 6 goals and kept 9 clean sheets so far. However, can they stop the Parisians, one of the most talented attacking teams in European football history? Goal.com reports.
PSG has found the back of the net 44 times on their way to the final. The defending champions, who dismantled Inter's defense in last year's final in Munich, are the clear favorites against Arsenal, who have yet to win this tournament. Nevertheless, the 'Gunners', having secured the Premier League title after a 22-year drought, arrive in Hungary in high spirits and without pressure.
One of the most crucial aspects of this exciting final will be the battle between Bukayo Saka and Nuno Mendes. Although Saka has had a slightly subdued season due to injuries, Arsenal's attacking potential changes completely when he is in full form. His fearlessness and defensive support will be decisive in limiting Nuno Mendes' attacking movements.
However, Mendes proved once again in the semi-final matches against Bayern that he is currently the best left-back in the world. He overcame the problems initially created by Michael Olise and managed to completely neutralize his opponent in the second leg. Who comes out on top on Saturday night will determine PSG's second or Arsenal's first title.
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