João Neves Blasts Arsenal’s ‘Ultra-Defensive’ Display in UCL Final

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder João Neves did not hold back after PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain their Champions League crown. Neves criticised Mikel Arteta’s side for retreating into a deep, rigid block immediately after taking an early lead through Kai Havertz. He pointed out that Arsenal abandoned their usual fluid passing and resorted to long balls whenever they won possession. Despite Arsenal’s early breakthrough, Ousmane Dembélé’s second-half penalty forced extra time and ultimately a shootout win for PSG. Neves hailed his move to Paris as “the best decision” and insisted “PSG were the only team that wanted to play.”

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