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Arsenal fans express contentment ahead of Champions League final

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 7:36 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Arsenal fans express contentment ahead of Champions League final

Summary

Arsenal supporters gathered in north London pubs on Saturday, expressing satisfaction with their team's recent Premier League victory ahead of the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest. Despite a typically bustling atmosphere in the Holloway area, fans remained in high spirits as they awaited the match. Many Gunners, known colloquially as Gooners, have adopted a relaxed attitude about the outcome, focusing on the joy of their team’s performance in the league rather than solely the final result. Following the match, fans will reflect on the team's season and the significance of their first Champions League final appearance since 2006.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal faces Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.
•Fans express contentment with the recent Premier League title.
•The atmosphere in north London was quieter than usual on match day.
•Supporters remain optimistic regardless of the final outcome.
•This marks Arsenal's first Champions League final since 2006.

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7:36 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘Happy either way’: Arsenal fans’ zen-like approach to Champions League final result

What they're saying

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Supporters filling north London pubs said they were content with their team winning Premier League The streets of Holloway, usually bustling with families and trolly-dragging shoppers, were uncharacteristically quiet on Saturday afternoon. But shortly after the clock struck 5pm, loud roars echoed through the north London high street, located a short walk away from the Emirates stadium, as Arsenal walked on to the pitch for the Champions League final. While the team, still basking in the glory of their Premier League win last week, were in Budapest for their final showdown against Paris Saint-Germain, Gunners – or Gooners, as they are colloquially known – came out to support the team on their home turf. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Sammy Gecsoyler

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