Arsenal fell to Paris Saint‑Germain in the Champions League final on Saturday, losing 4‑3 in a penalty shoot‑out after a goalless 120 minutes. The defeat, coming just weeks after clinching the Premier League title, sparked a flurry of jeering posts from rival clubs and players on social media.
Chelsea’s trophy‑tour jab after Arsenal’s European loss
Chelsea , fresh from their own recent Champions League triumphs, posted a link to stadium‑tour bookings with the caption “Come and visit London’s home of trophies,” alongside a photo of the silverware. The message was widely read as a dig at Arsenal’s continued absence from European glory, according to the original report.
Erling Haaland’s sunny selfie fuels Gabriel‑miss controversy
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland shared a smiling sun‑lit selfie that many interpreted as gloating over Arsenal midfielder Gabriel’s missed spot‑kick. Their rivalry dates back to a 2024 incident when Haaland threw a ball at Gabriel’s head, and a heated Premier League clash in April,the source notes.
Tottenham and Crystal Palace join the chorus of mockery
Tottenham’s Djed Spence replied to an old Arsenal tweet with a string of mocking emojis, while teammate Richarlison posted a video of a laughing child, both intended to rub salt in the wound. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace, celebrating a Conference League win, simply posted a graphic reading “European champions,” a thinly veiled taunt aimed at the Gunners.
PSG midfielder Joao Neves criticises Arsenal’s style and possession
After the shoot‑out, PSG midfielder Joao Neves said, “We deserved it because PSG were the only team that wanted to play.” He highlighted Arsenal’s lone shot on target and 24 percent possession, statistics that critics quickly seized on, according to the report.
What still hangs over Arsenal’s season?
Two specific gaps remain unanswered: whether Mikel Arteta’s tactical tweaks will translate into future knockout success,and how the Gunners will respond to the relentless social‑media riidcule from rivals.. The source does not provide any comment from Arsenal’s camp on these points.
Despite the disappointment, Arsenal will still parade their Premier League trophy in north London on Sunday, but the shadow of the Champions League loss will linger, as the club looks to regroup for next season.
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