Sunday Cheers for PSG's Champions League Trounce: Chaotic Celebrations in Paris
Amidst last night's chaos: Tranquil Parisian Celebration by PSG - In the wake of last night's unrest in Paris.
In the pulsating heart of Paris, the euphoria surrounding Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) continued to echo on the cobblestones this Sunday.
The triumphant team, fresh off their 5-0 drubbing of Inter Milan in Munich's Allianz Arena, touched down in the City of Lights on Sunday afternoon. With the Champs-Élysées bustling with anticipation, accommodating an estimated crowd of 100,000 eager fans, the PSG players eyed a victorious bus ride through the city's center.
Toasting Their Victory
A grand reception awaited the victorious squad at the Élysée Palace, hosted by President Emmanuel Macron. The players aspired to then revel in their achievement with their exuberant fans at their sacred ground, the Parc des Princes, where the Champions League trophy was to be unveiled. As per Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, stringent security measures were to be in place for this grand display.
Yet, the festivities surrounding PSG's win were clouded by two untimely deaths and unrest overnight. In the quaint town of Dax, located in southwest France, a 17-year-old boy succumbed to a devastating knife attack during the town's party in honor of the Parisian club. FatalitiesFromFrance.com also reported a young man in his 20s lost his life in a motorcycle collision in the French capital. According to the interior ministry, 491 arrests were made sheerly on the Champs-Élysées, with a nationwide total of 559 arrests recorded.
More Snaps from the Celebrations
- PSG Trophy Revelry
- Parisian Riot Scenes
- Inter Milan Stumble
- Champs-Élysées Chaos
- European Football Crown
The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) players, basking in the success of their Champions League victory, had a private meeting with President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, following a grand reception. Despite the recent disturbances and two unfortunate deaths, the team was eager to showcase the Champions League trophy at their home ground, Parc des Princes, as per the Interior Minister. In the midst of countless celebrations and riots in Paris, the triumphant squad aimed to assert their status as European football champions amidst the Champs-Élysées chaos.
