Ferdinand noted that Bayern, who are not particularly strong at set-pieces, made PSG struggle when defending balls played into their penalty area.
By Kehinde Okeowo
British pundit and former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has claimed that, despite the technical superiority of Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal will defeat them in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) final to lift the trophy.
The Red Devils legend made the prediction while analysing the eagerly anticipated European final on his YouTube channel.
Arsenal defeated Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals 2-1 on aggregate to book their place in the final for only the second time in their history.
The Gunners will now face PSG, who are looking to retain their title after progressing to the final following a 7-6 aggregate thriller against Bayern Munich.
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Before the clash in Budapest, Mikel Arteta’s men will be hoping to have wrapped up the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years.
Discussing the final, Ferdinand argued that Arteta’s side will use their strength from set-pieces to overpower the Ligue 1 champions.
He noted that Bayern, who are not specialists in that department, caused PSG significant problems when defending balls delivered into the 18-yard box.
“I now think that Arsenal are going to win the Champions League,” Ferdinand said.
He added: “PSG are the better team, 100 per cent. But they look uncomfortable at set-pieces. Bayern Munich, who are not great at set-pieces, made them look uncomfortable—and I’ve seen it many times this season.”
