Rowdy PSG Celebrations in the Heart of Paris: A Night to Remember, Tainted by Tragedy and Riot
Amidst nightly disturbances: Calm PSG celebration in Paris unfolds - Unrest Erupts in Paris Last Night, Causing Mayhem.
PSG's historic victory in the Champions League has sent their fans into a frenzy, even on a Sunday. The team, having trounced Inter Milan 5-0 in the final, touched down in Paris in the afternoon. Their plan was to parade through the Champs-Élysées, where up to 100,000 enthusiastic fans were anxiously awaiting them.
The Grandeur at the Élysée Palace
Post-victory, the team was scheduled to attend a reception at the Élysée Palace with President Emmanuel Macron. Later, they intended to celebrate with their fans at their stadium, the Parc des Princes, where they would showcase their trophy. The security measures for this event were expected to be stringent, according to Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau.
An Unfortunate Night
However, the jubilant atmosphere in France was soured by two unspeakable incidents that occurred overnight. In the southwestern city of Dax, a 17-year-old fan was brutally stabbed to death during celebrations for the Parisian club. In Paris, a motorbike rider was unfortunately killed after colliding with a car. The interior ministry reported 491 arrests in skirmishes between police and football fans on the Champs-Élysées in Paris, with 559 arrests nationwide[5].
Paris Saint-Germain's Marvelous and Tumultuous Triumph
PSG made history on May 31, 2025, by claiming their first UEFA Champions League title, thrashing Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich. Goals from Achraf Hakimi, Désiré Doué (twice), Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu sealed the monumental win[1][2][3].
The aftermath of this victory turned chaotic, with two deaths and rampant rioting that cast a dark shadow over the celebrations[1].
PSG's Entry into the European Super Cup
With their Champions League victory, PSG will go up against Tottenham, winners of the Europa League, in the European Super Cup in August[2].
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- Inter Milan
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- In the chaotic aftermath of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory, their community and employment policies will likely need to address the unfortunate incidents of rioting and violence that occurred during the celebrations on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
- Amidst their football triumph in the Champions League, the PSG team remains undeterred from showcasing their skills in other European leagues, particularly in the upcoming European Super Cup against Tottenham, a testament to their continuous dedication to sports.
