Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has revealed that his opening goal against Paris Saint-Germain in the 2026 UEFA Champions League final remains his favourite strike since joining the North London club, despite Arsenal eventually losing the trophy.

The Germany international shared his choice during an Ask Me Anything session published by Arsenal, where he reflected on some of his most memorable moments since arriving at the Emirates Stadium.

Havertz gave Arsenal an early lead against PSG in the Champions League final played in Budapest on May 30, 2026. The forward found the net just six minutes into the encounter, giving the Gunners an encouraging start in their pursuit of their first Champions League title.

However, PSG fought back through Ousmane Dembélé's second-half penalty, taking the match into extra time before securing a 4-3 victory in the penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. (UEFA)

Despite the painful outcome for Arsenal, Havertz said the emotions surrounding his goal and the celebration that followed made it an extraordinary moment in his football career.

He explained that the excitement, goosebumps and atmosphere after putting Arsenal ahead produced a feeling he had never experienced before on a football pitch.

For the 27-year-old, the significance of the goal was not diminished by the team's eventual defeat, making it his personal favourite among the goals he has scored for Arsenal.

Havertz also identified his goal against Burnley as another strike he would always remember. The German scored the only goal in Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Burnley on May 18, 2026, moving the club closer to securing the Premier League title.

The victory proved significant in the title race, with Arsenal officially confirmed as champions the following day after Manchester City dropped points against Bournemouth. It ended the Gunners' 22-year wait for another English top-flight league title. (Premier League)

Havertz described the Burnley goal as his second favourite, explaining that it was closely connected to the team's successful title campaign.

The forward's latest comments offer a glimpse into the emotional significance of two important moments from Arsenal's 2025/26 season: the early breakthrough in a Champions League final and the league victory that ended the club's long wait for another Premier League crown.

Havertz joined Arsenal from Chelsea in the summer of 2023 and has since become an important attacking option for Mikel Arteta's side. His ability to operate in different attacking positions has also made him a regular part of the club's plans.

He has carried his scoring form into the 2026/27 campaign, finding the net in the Community Shield and against Coventry City and Chelsea in Arsenal's opening competitive fixtures, according to the latest report. (Punch)

While the Champions League defeat remains a disappointment for Arsenal, Havertz's reflection shows how individual moments can remain special to players even when the overall result does not go their way.

For the German forward, the goal against PSG stands out because of the emotions it produced, while his strike against Burnley remains a reminder of Arsenal's long-awaited return to the top of English football.