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.
FC·May 5, 2026 06:05 PM ET
Arteta hails Arsenal's Champions League final return after 20-year wait
Gunners book second-ever European final.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 51 min read
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