UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG in Budapest

UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG

Arsenal lead the Champions League final at the break thanks to a 6th-minute strike from Kai Havertz, giving them a 1–0 advantage over Paris Saint-Germain. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG The French champions, last season’s winners after a 5–0 demolition of Inter, have dominated possession 60% to 40%. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG Arsenal struck early and have since absorbed sustained pressure, with David Raya called into action late in the half to deny Fabián Ruiz. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG PSG have controlled territory and tempo but lacked cutting edge in the final third, as Arsenal’s defensive structure has held firm. Related News Kanu’s UCL legacy untouched after 30 years Joshua ready for boxing return Joshua, Fury blockbuster fight tipped for USA Despite long spells of Paris dominance, clear chances have been limited, with William Saliba and Gabriel central to Arsenal’s resistance. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG At the other end, PSG have struggled to contain Arsenal’s early directness, which produced the decisive goal. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG It remains finely poised at 1–0, with PSG controlling the ball but Arsenal holding the advantage on the scoreboard. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG Second half is underway with Cristian Mosquera receiving the first yellow card in the game at 47 minutes. UCL: First half in pictures as Havertz give Arsenal early lead against PSG All photos are from UEFA Champions League website. Tosin Oyediran Tosin Oyediran is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over eight years of professional experience in reporting and storytelling. He is known for conducting incisive interviews and producing compelling human-angle stories that bring clarity and depth to the news. Tosin covers a broad range of beats including politics, health, advocacy, sports, and entertainment, with a strong focus on people-centred reporting. His work reflects firsthand newsroom experience, editorial insight, and a commitment to accurate, engaging, and trustworthy journalism.

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