Mick Jagger, the 82-year-old Rolling Stones frontman, was caputred celebrating Arsenal's early lead in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on Saturday.. According to a report, Jagger was joined in a VIP box by David Beckham and his nine-year-old son Deveraux, watching as Kai Havertz slotted home after a build-up that included a controversial handball by Leandro Trossard. The incident has drawn criticism from rival fans and pundits, while the Gunners continue their quest for European glory.
Mick Jagger, 82, and the blue suede blazer: a rock legend in the stands
The Rolling Stones rocker cut a distinctive figure in the stands, wearing a blue suede blazer over a crisp white shirt, a far cry from typical football attire. As the report notes, Jagger grew up in Dartford and became an Arsenal fan despite not being from north London, a loyalty recognized by fan communities and football publications. He was seen laughing and cheering alongside a more subdued David Beckham, who reportedly joked about his son Romeo's switch from Manchester United to Arsenal after meeting Arsène Wenger.
Jagger's nine-year-old son Deveraux, whom he shares with girlfriend Melanie Hamrick, proudly wore an Arsenal top, reinforcing the family's connection to the club. The presence of two British icons in the same box underscores the cultural weight of the occasion.
The handball controversy that gave Arsenal the lead
Arsenal took the lead in the first half when PSG captain Marquinhos attempted to clear the ball but kicked it straight at Leandro Trossard. Replays showed the ball cannoned off Trossard's arm before falling to Havertz, who fired in from a tight angle. Despite the handball, the goal was allowed to stand.. According to the report, pundit Martin Keown said on TNT Sports: 'I think the referee has a fantastic view of it. We have seen penalties given in the Champions League for less than that this season, but it's not in the spirit. He just throws his arm at it.'
Steven Gerrard, appearing on the same broadcast , added: 'Even from a bias Liverpool point of view, I don't think that's a pen.' The decision has left rival fans livid, especially as the report notes that Arsenal benefitted from seven refereeing mistakes in their favour in the Premier League this season.
Why nine-year-old Deveraux and David Beckham's son Romeo connect the families
The report highlights that Jagger's son Deveraux, nine, was seated beside him, wearing an Arsenal shirt. Meanwhile, David Beckham was present despite being a Manchester United legend, as his son Romeo is a known Arsenal supporter who trained with the club's youth team. Beckham has publicly joked about not understanding how Romeo ended up supporting Arsenal. This family connection adds a personal layer to the star-studded box.
While the source does not identify other guests, the presence of two generations of fans reflects the broad appeal of the Champions League final.
Arsenal's controversial season: seven refereeing mistakes in their favour
According to the same report, Arsenal benefited from the most refereeing errors in the Premier League this season, with data showing the Gunners should have conceded three penalties and been given three red cards, totaling seven mistakes in their favour. This statistical backdrop adds fuel to the handball controversy in Budapest, though the source does not include any official response from UEFA or match officials on the decision.
The report leaves open the question of whether the referee's view was blocked or if the interpretation of handball in the build-up to a goal remains inconsistent. Neither PSG representatives nor UEFA are quoted in the source.
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