Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvei Safonov has expressed his excitement after the French giants secured their place in the UEFA Champions League final. The Russian international took to social media to share his reaction following the team's hard-fought progression.
PSG advanced to the showpiece event after a tense semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, but a 6-5 aggregate victory over the two legs was enough to send the Parisians through. They will now face Arsenal in the final.
Safonov, who plays for the club, posted a message on his social media channels. He stated that only one step remains to lift the trophy and looked forward to the final in Budapest. His words captured the anticipation building within the squad.
The decisive match of this season's Champions League is scheduled for May 30, 2026. It will take place at the Puskás Aréna in the Hungarian capital. This venue will host the ultimate clash for European club football's most prestigious prize.
PSG are the defending champions of the competition. They won the trophy last season by defeating Inter Milan in the final with a convincing 5-0 scoreline. The team is now aiming to achieve back-to-back titles.
The semi-final victory over Bayern was a significant hurdle. The aggregate score of 6-5 highlights the competitive nature of the tie. PSG showed resilience to navigate past the German powerhouse and keep their title defense alive.
With the final against Arsenal on the horizon, all eyes will be on Safonov and his teammates. The club is focused on the final preparations for what promises to be a thrilling encounter in Budapest.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.