Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with an emphatic 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the final at Munich’s Allianz Arena. Luis Enrique’s side, who had already triumphed over top Premier League clubs including Manchester City, Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal on their path to the final, delivered a dominant performance to become only the second French team to lift the trophy, following Marseille’s 1993 triumph.
From the first whistle, PSG’s relentless pressing and authoritative ball control set the tone. The scoring opened early, with Vitinha’s precise pass setting up 19-year-old Desire Doue, who coolly assisted Achraf Hakimi for the opening goal in the 12th minute. Eight minutes later, Doue scored himself after a swift, skillful move involving Willian Pacho and Ousmane Dembele.
PSG continued their dominance in the second half, with Doue adding a second goal thanks to a sublime assist from Dembele and Vitinha. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Senny Mayulu further extended the lead, completing a record-winning margin for a Champions League final, surpassing historic wins by Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and AC Milan.
Luis Enrique made history by becoming only the second manager, alongside Pep Guardiola, to win the treble with two different European clubs. After the game, Enrique praised his team’s high-intensity pressing and composure, emphasizing his goal of easing pressure and preparing the players for a historic achievement.
Midfielder Vitinha described the victory as a dream come true for the team and fans alike, while former Inter coach Simone Inzaghi acknowledged PSG’s deserved win and pledged to learn from the defeat.
PSG’s triumph not only marks a milestone for French football but signals the start of a potentially dominant era for Luis Enrique’s young and dynamic squad.
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