Mikel Arteta's gameplan looked to be working perfectly before Ousmane Dembele levelled the score in the 65th minute, and after that it seemed like the trophy was only going to be heading back to Paris.

Arsenal had no answer for the relentless passing of PSG and had to retreat deep into their own half as the conditions and effort took its toll on the players.

Gabriel being the player to miss the decisive penalty felt particularly harsh given he had produced a colossal performance alongside centre-back partner William Saliba to keep the Gunners in the final.

After taking the lead, Arsenal produced a typically resolute display, but lacked spark going forward and Arteta could only hope that a moment of magic would be enough to see his side snatch a win.

Twenty years ago, Arsenal were beaten 2-1 by Barcelona in their first Champions League final and the hope will clearly be that they don't have to wait as long for their next one.

But it has still been an excellent season for the Gunners, who should still celebrate their Premier League title.