Arsenal fans are still celebrating their first Premier League title in 22 years, but the season could end with an historic double as Mikel Arteta's side chase their first-ever Champions League trophy. The Gunners face Paris Saint-Germain in the final at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, 20 years after their only previous final appearance, a defeat to Barcelona in 2006.
PSG, the reigning champions and Ligue 1 winners for the fifth consecutive season, stand in their way. To predict the outcome, EA FC 26 simulated the match using updated squads, with Ben White missing for Arsenal and Noni Madueke and PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier starting on the bench.
The simulation produced a tense, low-scoring affair. The only shot in 90 minutes was a wild long-range effort from Jurrien Timber. Arsenal dominated possession with 60 per cent but failed to create clear chances. The deadlock was broken in extra time when Joao Neves, despite his 5ft 9in frame, outjumped both William Saliba and Gabriel to head in a corner from Ousmane Dembele in the 102nd minute.
PSG held on to secure back-to-back European titles, with captain Marquinhos lifting the trophy. Arsenal fans will hope the simulation is wrong when the real final kicks off at 5pm on Saturday, May 30.
