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PSG Secures First Champions League Title with Record 5-0 Final Win

Luis Enrique’s youth-driven strategy propelled PSG to an unprecedented victory that ignited celebrations across Paris under heightened police presence.

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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

  • PSG completed their maiden Champions League campaign with a 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in Munich on May 31, marking the largest winning margin in a final.
  • Teenager Desire Doue starred with two goals and an assist, becoming one of the youngest players to score multiple times in a Champions League final.
  • Under Luis Enrique, PSG’s strategy of nurturing young talent rather than pursuing marquee signings culminated in European success.
  • Mass celebrations on the Champs-Élysées and at the Parc des Princes fan zone were met with heavy police deployment, tear gas and dozens of arrests after clashes.
  • The Champions League triumph capped a treble for PSG following domestic league and Coupe de France victories this season.