Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has acknowledged that Paris Saint-Germain deservedly progressed to the Champions League final after their win against Arsenal. Despite Arsenal’s efforts to stay in the tie, PSG took the lead with Fabián Ruiz’s goal and nearly doubled it with a penalty opportunity that was denied by David Raya. Achraf Hakimi’s second goal for PSG sealed their spot in the final.
“I’m a bit sad,” Henry said. “But look, people will talk about Bukayo’s miss, people will talk about a lot of things—but at the end of the day, I do believe Paris Saint-Germain deserve to go through over the two legs.” Henry added, “It hasn’t even been a good sport. They do deserve it. It does hurt as an Arsenal fan, but you have to congratulate them.”
PSG’s Historic Final Appearance
PSG will now face Inter Milan in the Champions League final, seeking to win the competition for the first time in club history. Henry’s comments underscore the French champions’ dominance in the tie.
Quotes
- “I’m a bit sad.”
- “I do believe Paris Saint-Germain deserve to go through over the two legs.”
- “It hasn’t even been a good sport. They do deserve it.”
- “It does hurt as an Arsenal fan, but you have to congratulate them.”
Conclusion
Thierry Henry’s admission that PSG deserved to advance highlights the team’s strong performance in the tie. As PSG prepares for the Champions League final, their focus will be on winning the competition for the first time in the club’s history.