Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has explained the steps Arsenal must take to beat Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League final. The Gunners reached the final after defeating Atletico Madrid, while PSG overcame Bayern Munich in their respective semifinals.
Gerrard's Advice for Arsenal
Speaking on TNTSports via Arsenal Radar, the former England international stated that Arsenal are facing one of the best teams in Europe. He noted that winning the Premier League would boost the Gunners' confidence ahead of the final. Gerrard said: "I know more than anyone that an underdog can win this final. It was a mismatch when we played AC Milan but anything can happen. Arsenal are playing against a high-quality team with an elite manager, so Arsenal will have to be the best versions of themselves. Every single player will have to turn up, but of course they've got a chance. Being the underdogs might even suit this Arsenal team. If they can win the Premier League, that will give them immense confidence and belief going into the final as well. They've certainly got a chance. I think they need to use their physicality, their size, make every set-piece count and take PSG to places they don't want to go and make it uncomfortable for them."
Luck and PSG's Strength
The former Rangers manager added that Arsenal would need luck on their side. He praised PSG's performance against Bayern Munich, saying: "It's a possibility that Arsenal win, but they're going to have to have a bit of luck. They're going to have to have things go their way on the night because this PSG team, they're just so good everywhere."
Background
PSG are seeking to retain their title after sealing a vital 6-5 win over Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday, May 6. The Ligue 1 champions won the first leg 5-4 before a 1-1 draw in the second leg. Ousmane Dembele gave PSG an early lead in the 3rd minute, while Harry Kane scored a consolation goal in the 90+4 minute. PSG will now battle Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final this season, aiming to retain their title after defeating Inter Milan 5-0 in the previous final.
Earlier, Bukayo Saka dropped a massive hint on who Arsenal want to face in the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League final in Budapest on May 30, 2026. The England international initially pushed back the question before dropping a hint.
