The Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League crown in dramatic fashion on Saturday evening, overcoming Arsenal in a penalty shootout (1-1, 4-3 on penalties) to complete a historic double. Minutes after lifting the prestigious trophy, Vitinha was honored as the Player of the Match—a testament to his outstanding performance.

The Portuguese international controlled the midfield with authority, dictating the tempo of play and orchestrating his team’s attacking moves. His contribution was pivotal in PSG’s victory, with 162 ball touches—a record for the match—and 150 completed passes out of 161 attempts. The UEFA technical panel praised his influence, stating: “Vitinha was Paris Saint-Germain’s best player this evening. He dominated the midfield, especially in the second half, driving his team forward and setting the rhythm of the game.”

Despite his brilliance, a minor setback marred his night. Vitinha was forced to leave the field in the 105th minute, limping after an apparent injury to his left leg. He was substituted by Lucas Beraldo, leaving teammates and fans concerned about his condition ahead of potential recovery timelines.