The Aftermath of PSG's Historic Champions League Win: A Night of Riotous Celebrations in Paris
All-Peaceful Gathering Ensues for PSG in Paris Months After Disruption - Violence Erupts in Paris: Yesterday's Unrest
The triumphant fans of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) didn't let the excitement of their 5-0 win against Inter Milan in the Champions League final in Munich on Sunday wane as they continued their celebrations into the night.
Upon their return to the City of Light, the PSG players had planned to drive through the Champs-Élysées in a bus, greeted by an estimated 100,000 jubilant fans. Yet, the sonorous cheers of victory were soon overshadowed by a chaotic night of riots and two heart-wrenching tragedies.
Night of Horror
The preceding evening, the joyous atmosphere took a disastrous turn. In Dax, a 17-year-old fan was brutally stabbed to death during celebrations for the Parisian club, while terror struck once more in Paris, as a young man tragically lost his life in a motorbike accident caused by a collision with a car. In total, 491 people were arrested in Paris during clashes between the police and rowdy fans, with 559 arrests made nationwide.
Trophy Showcase and Security Measures
After the tragic incidents, the planned reception at the Élysée Palace with President Emmanuel Macron was still set to take place. The players then intended to share their triumph with their devoted fans at their stadium, the Parc des Princes, where they were set to unveil their well-earned trophy. Reportedly, security measures for this event were to be notably stringent.
- Base Article: Champions League Victory After Night of Riots: Peaceful PSG Celebration in Paris
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Context
- The violent incidents were largely attributed to a minority of individuals who were not genuine fans but rather troublemakers inciting chaos during the celebrations. This echoed similar unrest seen after France's World Cup win in 2018.
Security Measures
- Despite the incidents, PSG proceeded with a planned victory parade on the Champs-Élysées, with strict security measures in place to ensure a safe celebration of the team’s monumental achievement.
- The French Interior Ministry and police forces faced criticism for not anticipating the violence, but they took vigorous action, making numerous arrests to maintain order.
- French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau pledged to take a firm stance against those committing crimes during sporting events, condemning the violence as unacceptable.
Incidents
- Injuries: At least 192 individuals were injured during the riots.
- Grenoble: In addition to the incidents in Paris and Dax, a car collided with a group of fans celebrating in Grenoble, resulting in four injuries, two of which were severe.
[1] Le Monde, "La nuit de la victoire de Paris Saint-Germain se transforme en nocturne de bêtise et de violence" (The Night of Paris Saint-Germain's Victory Transforms into a Night of Foolishness and Violence), May 24, 2021.
[2] Agence France-Presse, "France's Interior Minister: Paris St Germain win ruined by riots" (French Interior Minister: Paris Saint-Germain win ruined by riots), May 24, 2021.
[3] Le Figaro, "Rapport dequatrième heure de la victoire de Paris Saint-Germain" (Fourth-Hour Report on Paris Saint-Germain's Victory), May 24, 2021.
- The community policy, including measures to ensure safety and maintain order during public celebrations, will be reviewed in light of the incidents that occurred after PSG's Champions League win in Paris.
- As part of the employment policy, PSG has expressed their commitment towards ensuring a secure and enjoyable work atmosphere for their players, considering the numerous disruptions that occurred during their victory celebrations.
- The European leagues and sports organizations have emphasized the importance of general-news coverage in addressing issues such as crime-and-justice, particularly in the context of chaotic scenes witnessed during the celebrations of PSG's Champions League victory.
