PSG Makes History with First UEFA Champions League Title

PSG Clinches Historic UEFA Champions League Title

Paris Saint-Germain secured their first UEFA Champions League title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan, marking a historic moment for the French club and their fans.

A Dominant Performance

PSG’s win was characterized by a complete team performance, with Désiré Doué scoring a brace and Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu also finding the net. This victory not only showcased the team’s depth but also their ability to perform under pressure on the biggest stage.

Record-Breaking Achievement

PSG became the 11th different men’s team to win a treble in a season, including the UEFA Champions League. This achievement also marked the first time a French men’s team has won a treble, including the UEFA Champions League, with the women’s team from Lyon having achieved the feat five times previously.

Key Statistics and Milestones

• PSG ended France’s 29-year wait for a major men’s European trophy, with the last European trophy for a French club coming in 1996 when PSG won the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup.
• Luis Enrique joined an elite group of managers, becoming the second after Pep Guardiola to win the treble, including the European Cup, with two different clubs.
• Désiré Doué became the youngest player to score two goals in a European Cup Final at 19 years and 362 days old.
• Senny Mayulu, at 19 years and 14 days old, became the third youngest player to score in a European Cup final.
• PSG became the first team to have multiple teenagers score in a European Cup final.

Inter Milan’s Historic Loss

The margin of loss was Inter’s biggest in 25 years, since they lost 6-0 to AC Milan in 2001. It was also Inter’s heaviest margin of defeat in a European Cup match in their history.

Economic Comparison

The PSG starting XI in the UCL final cost €471.3 million, compared to Inter’s €149.25 million, highlighting the significant investment in talent by PSG.

Future Implications

This historic win for PSG not only cements their status as a European powerhouse but also sets a new benchmark for French football. As the football landscape continues to evolve, PSG’s achievement will undoubtedly have lasting implications for the sport.