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Lineker Issues PSG Champions League Final Warning to Arsenal

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5 months ago

May 21, 2026

Lineker gives his view on PSG ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal, backing PSG but warning Arsenal can still win in Budapest

Former England striker Gary Lineker has delivered his verdict on the upcoming UEFA Champions League final, suggesting that Arsenal will go into the match as underdogs against Paris Saint-Germain following their Premier League title triumph.

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Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Lineker said the Arsenal PSG Champions League final assessment places the London club as “second favourites” ahead of the showdown in Budapest on May 30.

“I still think they’re second favourites because PSG, as we know, are an incredibly good side,” Lineker said, underlining the perceived strength of the French champions.

However, he also noted that Arsenal remain one of the few teams capable of challenging the Parisians at the highest level, adding that an Arsenal victory would complete a remarkable double after their domestic success.

“But Arsenal, if anyone can beat them, it’s probably Arsenal. And what a double that would be,” he added.

Arsenal PSG Champions League final narrative has also attracted similar views from other pundits, including former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher, who has also backed Paris Saint-Germain as favourites while acknowledging Arsenal’s threat.

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The final in Budapest is expected to be one of the most closely watched fixtures of the European season, with both sides aiming to crown their campaigns with continental glory.

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Sanwo-Olu Surprises Wife Ibijoke With Flowers at Women’s Conference

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9 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sanwo-Olu surprises wife Ibijoke with flowers and shares a kiss at COWLSO’s 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu surprised his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, with flowers before sharing a kiss with her at the opening ceremony of the 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos on Tuesday.

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The event was organised by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) under the theme, “Anchored in Purpose: Be the Blueprint.”

Sanwo-Olu presented the flowers to his wife during his speech at the conference, which brings together women and leaders for discussions and activities focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.

“On behalf of COWLSO and everything that is decent, we want to appreciate you, we want to honour you,” the governor said.

The couple subsequently shared a kiss as Nigerian singer 2Baba’s song, “African Queen”, played at the event.

The conference aims to inspire women, empower leaders and promote a purposeful future through discussions and activities centred on women’s development.