Arsenal issued brutal Champions League final prediction - 'It can be ugly'

Arsenal have been brutally warned that they could be in line for a Champions League final thumping against Paris Saint-Germain . The Gunners are set to take on the French side in this season’s showpiece later this month. Mikel Arteta ’s side will be aiming to win the competition for the first time in their history, while PSG will be looking to claim the trophy in back-to-back campaigns. The French side thrashed Inter Milan 5-0 in last year’s final . And former Real Madrid star Wesley Sneijder believes a repeat could be on the cards should Arsenal be without their key players. Speaking to Hard Rock Bet , the Dutchman said: "If I have to say who I think will win, I’d say PSG. But Arsenal are not conceding goals easily. They have a very strong defence with the two central defenders with top quality. FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! Latest Gunners news and more on our dedicated Facebook page "I don’t believe the full-backs are the best players in the Champions League, and that’s where PSG have power, especially on the left side. Everybody with an Arsenal heart hopes Justin Timber will be back and recover for the final. “Otherwise, it’s going to be very hard for them. But Arsenal also know how to double up, with Declan Rice dropping back into defence." He added: "It’s going to be an interesting one. I think it could be similar to the Inter Milan final last year. I believe it could be [5-0]. Before the game, I thought PSG had the advantage but Inter with a strong defence, and with the way they play on the counterattacks. "Maybe it can be [an upset] and 1-0 to Inter but it could also be a very hard night for Inter as well and it’s the same feeling I have now [for Arsenal]. It can be ugly, 1-0 to Arsenal, and I don’t say ugly in a bad way because to stop PSG scoring is a huge performance. But that’s really hard. "If Arsenal manage it and win 1-0, then it’s a great job. But I believe it will be very hard not to concede against PSG. So, it can either be 3-0 or 4-0 to PSG, or 1-0 Arsenal." Before the final itself, Arsenal have the Premier League title to consider. The Gunners sit five points clear of nearest rivals Manchester City with two games remaining against Burnley and Crystal Palace . City in the meantime have a game in hand against Palace ahead of clashes against Bournemouth and Aston Villa . Guardiola’s side also have a FA Cup final against Chelsea to consider. Join our new WhatsApp community! Click this link to receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.