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PSG rout Inter 5-0 to lift first Champions League trophy

PSG’s youth-focused rebuild under Luis Enrique culminated in a dominant 5-0 Champions League final win at Munich’s Allianz Arena.

Luis Enrique celebrates lifting the Champions League trophy with Paris Saint-Germain players, after PSG fans honour his late daughter Xana's memory.
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Fans of Paris Saint-Germain display a banner in tribute to Xana Martinez, daughter of Luis Enrique, after PSG beat FC Internazionale to secure Paris Saint-Germain's first ever UEFA Champions League title Saturday in Munich.

Overview

  • At the Allianz Arena in Munich, PSG outclassed Inter Milan 5-0 to secure the club’s maiden Champions League title and set a record for the largest winning margin in a final.
  • Nineteen-year-old Desire Doue starred with two goals and an assist, while Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and substitute Senny Mayulu also found the net.
  • Coach Luis Enrique hailed the victory as the fulfillment of his “ultimate goal,” validating a strategic shift toward developing young players rather than chasing marquee signings.
  • Post-match celebrations in Paris devolved into vandalism and clashes with police, resulting in two fatalities and 559 arrests across France.
  • Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi expressed pride in his squad’s journey despite the defeat, marking their second final loss in three seasons.