Flashy Doué Steals Spotlight, Leaves Bayern Licking Wounds After Humbling Champions League Final Performance
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Supporting Bayern Munich Candidate, Now Victors' Ally: Doué Scores Huge Cheers - From Bavarian candidate to Finalist
Désiré Doué's electrifying display in the Champions League final has left Bayern Munich biting their nails in regret. The 19-year-old sensation lit up the stage as a double goal scorer and provider of assists in Paris Saint-Germain's earth-shattering 5-0 annihilation of Inter Milan at Munich's very own Allianz Arena. Doué became the first player ever to have a direct hand in three goals during a European football championship final.
"I can't find the words"
Grinning ear to ear, holding the player of the match award aloft, Doué took his seat on the press podium in the wee hours of the morning. "This...it's indescribable. It's a magical moment," he marvelled. "We've etched our name in history, for both the club, France, and European football." With humility in his tone, Doué acknowledged that the squad still has room to grow, with himself included.
As the final whistle echoed, the cameras panned to the honor stand, where Bayern legends Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and Uli Hoeneß were engrossed in conversation. Fans eagerly wished to decipher their hushed conversation. Was it about Paris' sensational victory in their own stomping ground? The incongruous prospect of Munich losing to Inter but defeating title holders Paris 1-0 during the group stage? Or perhaps it concerned Doué, the youngster who nearly donned the Bayern colours last year?
The dream move to Bayern didn't materialize as Doué opted for Ligue 1 and Paris over the Bundesliga. The club backed by a wealth of Qatari funds was rumoured to have coughed up a whopping sum of around 50-60 million euros for his services.
The next party for Doué is well on the horizon
Throughout the match, Doué showcased his glittering skills. The limelight of the football world could elevate him to even greater heights. A significant part of his mastery can be credited to coach Luis Enrique. "Incorporating young players into a powerhouse club like Paris isn't always an easy feat," admitted the coach.
For the Ballon d'Or as the world's premier player, Enrique would plump for someone else: Doué's explosive teammate, Ousmane Dembélé. "Simply because of his stellar defensive performance today," said the coach, highlighting Dembélé's leadership.
Doué offered heartfelt gratitude for Enrique's support. "He's a coach for two years now and has written a chapter in the club's history. From a tactical, mental, and interpersonal perspective, he's a fantastic coach, unbelievable. It's a privilege to work under him. No plans have been made for the celebration, but we'll go wild - or perhaps we've already started: Doué turns 20 on Tuesday."
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- The European Parliament and the Council, along with the Cup of the European football championship (Champions-League), will likely discuss the astonishing performance of Désiré Doué during the final, as he became the first player ever to have a direct hand in three goals during a European football championship final.
- FC Bayern Munich, one of Europe's powerhouse football clubs, could potentially express their regret about missing the opportunity to sign Doué, who chose to join Paris Saint-Germain instead, backed by a wealth of Qatari funds, and led them to a jaw-dropping 5-0 win against Inter Milan in the Champions League final.
