FULL LIST: PSG, Arsenal dominate 2025/26 UCL Team of the Season

UEFA has announced the 2025/26 Champions League Team of the Season, with Paris Saint-Germain dominating the selection, followed by Arsenal. The announcement came after PSG defeated Arsenal 4-3 on penalties to win their second consecutive Champions League title on Saturday. The team, unveiled by UEFA on its website on Sunday, features five players from the Ligue 1 side. The selection includes Player of the Season Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who occupies the left-wing position, while Vitinha, named Player of the Match in the final, is included in midfield. In defence, Marquinhos and Nuno Mendes also made the team, while Ousmane Dembélé was selected in attack. Arsenal have three players in the team, while Bayern München contributed two players and Atlético de Madrid had one representative. In goal, Arsenal’s David Raya was selected as the goalkeeper of the season. The defensive line features Atlético de Madrid’s Marcos Llorente, PSG’s Marquinhos and Nuno Mendes, alongside Arsenal defender Gabriel. In midfield, Bayern München’s Michael Olise is joined by Arsenal’s Declan Rice, PSG’s Vitinha and Kvaratskhelia. The forward line consists of PSG’s Ousmane Dembélé and Bayern München striker Harry Kane. 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Team of the Season Goalkeeper: David Raya (Arsenal) Defenders: Marcos Llorente (Atlético de Madrid), Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain), Gabriel (Arsenal), Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain) Midfielders: Michael Olise (Bayern München), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain), Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain) Forwards: Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain), Harry Kane (Bayern München) Saheed Oyelakin Saheed is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over two years of experience covering metro, technology, sports, politics, and human-interest stories. He focuses on producing clear, engaging reports across diverse beats. Saheed’s work reflects hands-on newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate and balanced journalism.

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