According to a report by Daily Mail on Friday May 29, 2026, Brazil legend Cafu has shared his thoughts on the upcoming UEFA Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, highlighting the strengths that could see the English side trouble the reigning European champions.
The final is set to take place in Budapest on Saturday night, with both teams heading into the clash after successful domestic campaigns. Arsenal arrive as Premier League champions, while PSG come in as Ligue 1 winners and current holders of the Champions League.
Cafu, speaking during a FedEx-related engagement, admitted it is difficult to separate both sides going into the final, insisting that they are evenly matched in terms of overall quality.
He explained that Arsenal’s strength lies in their organisation and effectiveness from set-piece situations, describing the Gunners as a “dangerous” team when it comes to dead-ball scenarios.
The former AC Milan defender noted that Arsenal have been strong defensively throughout the Champions League campaign, conceding relatively few goals while maintaining a disciplined structure that makes them difficult to break down.
According to Cafu, these qualities could prove decisive in a tightly contested final, where small margins are expected to determine the outcome.
He added that both Arsenal and PSG possess similar levels of quality across their starting elevens, making it difficult to predict a clear favourite for the showdown in Budapest.
Cafu also reflected on his personal connection to the venue, recalling his own Champions League triumph in the Hungarian capital and describing the occasion as special for any player involved at that level.
Arsenal will be aiming to win their first-ever Champions League title, while PSG are seeking to defend the trophy and further establish their dominance in European football.
