What happened
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his squad after sealing a place in the Champions League final, the club's first appearance in the showpiece in 20 years. "Trust me. We put everything. The boys did an incredible job," Arteta said. He noted it is only the second time in Arsenal's history that they have reached the final.
Why it matters
The achievement caps an unbeaten European run for Arsenal, who have kept nine clean sheets across 14 Champions League games. A European title would end a two-decade wait since their 2006 final loss to Barcelona and validate Arteta's long-term project. Polymarket has installed Arsenal as heavy favorites to lift silverware this season.
What to watch
Arsenal travel to Budapest for the Champions League final. Attention turns to opponent confirmation and squad availability ahead of the showpiece.