Paris Saint-Germain secures victory in the UEFA Super Cup for the first time in history.
Paris Saint-Germain Secures Historic UEFA Super Cup Victory
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) made history in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 4-3 in a thrilling penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regular time. This was the first-ever Super Cup title for PSG [1][4].
The match began with Tottenham taking an early lead through set pieces, with Mickey van de Ven and Christian Romero scoring for Spurs in the 39th and 48th minutes respectively [2]. PSG, however, showed resilience, mounting a dramatic comeback late in the game. Kang-in Lee scored in the 85th minute, followed by Gonçalo Ramos's equaliser in the 90+ minute, forcing the game into penalties [1][4].
PSG's comeback was a testament to their ability to adapt to Tottenham's high-pressing and man-to-man marking, exploiting defensive delays and creating chances on the counterattack [2]. Key moments included a smart save from PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier and error-prone pressing from Tottenham's centre-backs, which provided space for attackers like Barcola behind Spurs' defense [1][2].
In the penalty shootout, Nuno Mendes, Gonçalo Ramos, Usman Dembélé, and Lee Kang-in all converted for PSG, while Matvey Safonov, a Russian goalkeeper who did not play in the match, watched as his team secured the victory [1].
For PSG, key players included Kang-in Lee and Gonçalo Ramos, who scored the crucial goals, captain Marquinhos, Lucas Chevalier in goal, and Luis Enrique, who steered the team's tactical comeback and season beginning [4].
Tottenham, managed by Thomas Frank and employing a high-press and back three system, put up an impressive early performance but were unable to maintain the lead [1][2].
Interestingly, there have been no UEFA Super Cup winners from Russia, making PSG's victory a significant achievement for French football. In fact, no French club had previously won the Super Cup [4].
Following their successful season, which included the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Coupe de la Ligue, PSG's victory in the Super Cup marked a fitting climax to their season [4].
If you're interested, I can provide the full starting lineups and formations for both PSG and Tottenham from the match.
[1] UEFA.com. (2025). UEFA Super Cup: PSG beat Tottenham on penalties. [online] Available at: https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/newsid=2593805.html
[2] BBC Sport. (2025). PSG beat Tottenham on penalties to win UEFA Super Cup. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59195089
[3] ESPN.com. (2025). PSG win UEFA Super Cup in thrilling penalty shootout. [online] Available at: https://www.espn.com/football/uefa-super-cup/story/4543191/psg-win-uefa-super-cup-in-thrilling-penalty-shootout
[4] Goal.com. (2025). PSG win UEFA Super Cup 2025: As it happened. [online] Available at: https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/psg-win-uefa-super-cup-2025-as-it-happened/blt3680e966926d3e3c
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) not only claimed the UEFA Super Cup title in 2025, but they also made history as the first French club to do so. This victory adds another trophy to their impressive collection, which includes the Champions League.
