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The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11, with 16 European teams among the 48 qualifiers. Al Jazeera analyzes the chances of each, from heavyweights like France and Spain to returning sides such as Austria and Norway. France is tipped as the most likely European champion, with Spain and Portugal as strong alternatives.
Paris Saint-Germain won their second consecutive Champions League title by defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in Budapest. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Ousmane Dembele equalizing for PSG after Kai Havertz's early goal. The victory cements PSG's status as a European powerhouse under manager Luis Enrique.
Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal will meet in the Champions League final on Saturday at the Puskas Arena. PSG are defending champions after a 5-0 win over Inter Milan last year, while Arsenal aim for their first European crown.
German police officers were attacked and injured in clashes between Crystal Palace and Rayo Vallecano fans in Leipzig ahead of the Europa Conference League final. Two officers sustained minor injuries, over 300 people were checked for identification, and two arrests were made.
Bukayo Saka's goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final second leg, securing a 2-1 aggregate victory. It marks Arsenal's first final appearance in 20 years, since losing to Barcelona in 2006. Arteta's side will face PSG or Bayern Munich in the final in Budapest on May 30.
