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Bayern chief says Arsenal squandered chance against PSG in final

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Bayern chief says Arsenal squandered chance against PSG in final

Summary

After Paris Saint-Germain secured back-to-back Champions League titles on June 1, Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge noted that Arsenal missed a significant opportunity during the match. Rummenigge highlighted that Arsenal could have capitalized when many PSG players were absent in the second half of extra time. He criticized the penalty shootout as a gamble and emphasized that Arsenal needed to take better aim. Bayern Munich, previously defeated by PSG in the semifinals, is urged to focus on smart strategy over big spending for future success.

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By the Numbers

•PSG won their second consecutive Champions League title.
•Rummenigge pointed out Arsenal's missed chances in the final.
•Bayern was eliminated by PSG in the semifinals.
•Rummenigge emphasized team cohesion over costly transfers.
•Arsenal failed to capitalize during critical moments in the match.

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3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Bayern chief feels Arsenal missed "huge opportunity" against "deserving" PSG

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After Paris Saint-Germain claimed back-to-back Champions League titles on Saturday evening, Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge congratulated the Parisians but felt Arsenal passed up a great opp...
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