Champions League final: Arsenal - PSG in Budapest, kick-off at 6 p.m.

The 2025/26 Champions League final is imminent: Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain will face off on Saturday in Budapest for the continental title. Notably, the kick-off was brought forward to 6 p.m., a time earlier than recent finals which usually started at 9 p.m.

When and why does the match start at 6 p.m.? The final will therefore begin at 6 p.m., making it the last of the three finals of European competitions scheduled for this weekend. UEFA explained that this choice aims to “improve the overall match experience for fans, teams and host cities by optimizing logistics and operational management, while providing various concrete benefits. Our goal is to make match day a truly enjoyable experience for everyone who wants to take part in the event and, at the same time, create a welcoming atmosphere. » This advance schedule breaks with the habit of recent years where the final started at 9 p.m.

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Where is the final played? The match will take place at the Puskás Aréna, in Budapest. The Hungarian stadium can accommodate just over 67,000 spectators. Built to host Euro 2020, the Puskás Aréna represented a significant investment (estimated around €533 million) and usually hosts matches for the Hungarian national team. The stadium has already hosted major European matches, including the 2020 UEFA Super Cup, where Bayern Munich beat Sevilla FC 2-1.

Where to watch the final? The source does not specify the terms of broadcast of the final. Viewers are invited to check the usual local channels and platforms for broadcasting Champions League matches.

In summary: Arsenal and PSG will play the C1 final on Saturday at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, with kick-off set for 6 p.m. – a UEFA decision taken to improve the fan experience and optimize logistics around the event.