6:05 PM – Anthems echo at Parc des Princes

6:00 PM – The referee blows the opening whistle

A clash of titans unfolds as the season’s top-scoring side, Paris Saint-Germain, faces the league’s most resolute defense in Arsenal. The 71st Champions League final promises fireworks.

5:55 PM – Presnel Kimpembe and Thierry Henry lead the trophy onto the pitch

The two squads stride onto the field under a thunderous roar from the spectators.

5:50 PM – Paris supporters dominate the vocal showdown

Though Arsenal fans fill more seats, it’s the Parisian ultras who currently command the vocal battle with their chants.

5:45 PM – Emmanuel Grégoire makes an appearance at Parc des Princes

5:40 PM – Storm clouds gather over Paris

Météo-France has placed the Île-de-France region under yellow thunderstorm alert during tonight’s Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. Fans hope for a deluge of goals rather than rain.

5:20 PM – Both starting lineups revealed

Manager: Luis Enrique (Spain)

Arsenal: Raya – Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié – Rice, Lewis-Skelly – Saka, Odegaard (captain), Trossard – Havertz

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