Kai Havertz and manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence ahead of Arsenal's Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 28, 2026 [1].
The match represents a pivotal moment for the club to secure a historic double after their domestic success. A victory would cement this squad's place among the elite of European football.
Havertz cited the team's recent success in the English top flight as a primary driver of their current mindset. "Our Premier League triumph has given us extra confidence heading into the final," Havertz said [2]. Arsenal were crowned the Premier League champions for the 2025-26 season [3].
The forward also drew on his personal history in high-stakes matches to bolster the team's outlook. Havertz previously won the Champions League final in 2021, an experience he believes provides a mental edge as the team prepares to face the French champions [4].
Havertz remained firm about the expected outcome of the clash. "We are going on the pitch and we are going to beat PSG," Havertz said [5].
Arteta and his squad are aiming to bring the trophy to north London for the first time. "We feel confident and believe we can bring the trophy home to north London," Havertz said [2].
The clash against Paris Saint-Germain serves as the final hurdle in a season defined by Arsenal's dominance in England. The team's ability to translate league form into European glory remains the central focus for the manager and the players [1].
“"We are going on the pitch and we are going to beat PSG."”
Arsenal is entering the final with significant psychological momentum after winning the 2025-26 Premier League title. By leveraging the experience of Kai Havertz, who has already won the trophy, the club is attempting to overcome the mental barrier often faced by teams pursuing their first European Cup.
