Harry Kane has predicted that Paris Saint-Germain will beat Arsenal when both sides meet in the UEFA Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday.
The Bayern Munich striker made the forecast after his team were eliminated by PSG in a tight semi-final that ended 6–5 on aggregate.
Speaking to ESPN on Thursday, Kane said the French champions carry an edge into the final, while also praising Arsenal’s strong performances this season.
“It is really even. PSG are obviously the reigning champions and that gives them an edge. But Arsenal have been incredible this season,” he said.
Kane also said he had not yet decided whether he would watch the final, as he still felt frustrated by Bayern’s exit from the competition.
He questioned several refereeing decisions from the semi-final clash, pointing to inconsistencies in key moments.
Everyone who watched the game will have the same decision. How you give the handball last week and don’t give it this week, both are just crazy.
“PSG should have had a clear second yellow card. He [the referee] changed his mind, maybe the atmosphere got to him,” he said.
Despite his disappointment, Kane still described the final as a balanced contest, noting that both teams offer different but strong playing styles.
It’s two different styles playing against each other but I think it will be a really even test. Both teams have good qualities and can be dangerous.
“Two totally different teams in the way they play but two very strong teams. It will be an interesting final, for sure,” he told Sky Sports.
PSG, the defending champions, will face Arsenal, who recently ended a 22-year league title drought and now chase their first European Cup victory.