'Arsenal are capable' - Premier League legend backs Gunners to beat PSG in UCL final

Former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira believes the Gunners are the only side in European football capable of overcoming Paris Saint-Germain ahead of tonight's highly anticipated Champions League final.

The blockbuster showpiece at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest will feature a direct clash between the recently crowned English and French champions, pitting the tournament's most resilient defence against its finest attack.

Vieira, who made nearly 500 appearances for Arsenal between 1996 and 2005, expressed immense confidence in Mikel Arteta's squad despite acknowledging the immense strength of their opponents.

"I’ve always thought that Arsenal were the only team in Europe capable of beating Paris Saint-Germain," the "Invincible" squad member explained in an exclusive interview with L’Equipe.

According to the iconic former midfielder, the Premier League champions possess the exact tactical and physical attributes required to destabilise the French giants, a team he still labels as "the best team in Europe" over the last two or three seasons.

Speaking about the Gunners’ defensive strength, Vieira said, "Arsenal are capable of defending very well. They’re a team that enjoys and is willing to defend, and for long periods. In midfield, they’re quick and possess technical quality.”

He specifically highlighted Arsenal's defensive stability as the crucial factor in neutralising PSG's formidable frontline. "The Kvaratskhelia-Dembélé-Doué trio are exceptional in terms of pace, but Arsenal are a side who are very strong in one-on-one situations. Their defenders are explosive and aggressive."

Beyond open-play dynamics, Vieira pointed out another massive structural advantage for the North London club that could decide the tie.

"And then the key – we’ve talked about it a lot, of course – is that Arsenal are a side who, from set pieces, are capable of causing PSG a great deal of trouble," he concluded, backing his former side to lift their first-ever European Cup.