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NBA Star Victor Wembanyama Picks PSG Over Arsenal, Criticizes Gunners' Style of Play

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NBA star Victor Wembanyama chooses PSG over Arsenal in the Champions League final: 'PSG of course. Arsenal won't make it spectacular.'

Qualified for its second consecutive Champions League final, Paris Saint-Germain can count on the support across the Atlantic of Victor Wembanyama, a fervent supporter of the French capital club. A quick NBA note: in the middle of the night, the San Antonio Spurs dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves thanks to a very strong Victor Wembanyama. Scoring 39 points, the native of Le Chesnay, in the Yvelines region, impressed everyone and logically was the subject of a post-game interview with Prime Video, the broadcaster of the game.

It was an opportunity for him to briefly mention his status as a Paris Saint-Germain supporter. Asked by a host about his preference for the Champions League final, the one nicknamed "The Alien," standing at 7 feet 4 inches, was very clear in his choice and gives his voice to the reigning European champion. "The French are known for their taste, their art, their architecture, food, wine...

" the host began, before Victor Wembanyama cut him off: "And I'm no exception (laughs). " The host continued: "I need to know, about your tastes, do you have a preference for the Champions League final? PSG or Arsenal?

" But for the French international, the answer is obvious. "Oh come on! PSG of course!