Unrest in Paris: The Soaring Highs and Crashing Lows after PSG's Champions League Triumph
Riotous Scene Strikes Paris Streets after PSG Triumph over Arsenal
By Khaled S. - May 8th, 2025 - 08:49 GMT
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AlBAWABA - The city of lights turned into a chaotic scene after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerged victorious against Inter Milan in the Champions League. Additionally, hooded youths were seen clashing with riot police.
The celebratory mood took a dark turn when fans were witnessed destroying properties and setting a vehicle on fire; videos of the disorderly event swiftly circulated on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). Many critics denounced this destructive behavior as "barbaric" and "disrespectful."
Daily Mail reports indicated that a car which plowed into the crowd left at least three people injured, one critically, following a series of collisions. However, the driver's identity remains undisclosed.
The Uproar in the Parisian Streets
The hooded youths, referred to as "thugs," then chased the damaged vehicle, setting it on fire until it came to a halt at a sidestreet.
Local police linked the incident to football celebrations and arrested more than 20 people around 2 a.m.
Unable to substantiate the claims, several others accused migrants of the incident; official reports have not disclosed the identities of the suspects.
One social media user penned, "Paris used to be the symbol of culture and power, now it's just another city lost to unchecked immigration."
Another response reads, "I am so glad I went 20+ years ago before it went to hell. I will never go there ever again. Almost as bad as London."
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Law enforcement agencies reported 559 arrests across France and 491 in Paris alone during the unrest. Over 190 people were injured, including 22 police officers and 7 firefighters, with 264 vehicles set ablaze.
Khaled S.
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- The victory of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the Champions League ignited a series of divergent responses, with some engaging in destructive behavior that marred the celebratory atmosphere.
- The aftermath of the UEFA Champions League saw a clash between hooded youths and riot police, accompanied by property destruction and vehicle fires, evoking criticism for its "barbaric" and "disrespectful" nature.
- Amidst the chaos, a car accident involving a vehicle plowing into the crowd left three people injured, one critically, though the identity of the driver remains unclear.
- The hooded youths, referred to as "thugs," chased the damaged vehicle until it was set on fire, while local police arrested more than 20 individuals overnight in connection with the disturbances.
- Although official reports have yet to confirm the identities of the suspects, some have attributed the incident to unchecked immigration, while others have criticized the city of Paris for its decline from a symbol of culture and power to a state reminiscent of London.
- The widespread unrest across France resulted in 559 arrests, over 190 injuries, and 264 vehicle fires, as per law enforcement agencies.
