Declan Rice says Arsenal’s Champions League loss devastates team

Declan Rice, Arsenal midfielder, said on Saturday that losing a Champions League final on penalties is devastating. He said Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes are devastated after missing their spot‑kick attempts.

Both Eze and Magalhaes missed from the eleven‑meter line in the shootout. Their failures contributed to Arsenal’s defeat in the final.

Rice emphasized that the players win and lose together as a unit. He highlighted the shared emotional burden after the loss.

The Champions League final was decided by a penalty shootout. Arsenal’s loss marked the end of their European campaign for the season.

Rice’s comments suggest the squad will need to regroup after the disappointment. The midfielder’s remarks underscore the collective resolve required for future challenges.