Paris was alive with excitement after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) triumphed in the Champions League, marking a historic moment for French football as they claimed the title for the first time in 32 years. However, what began as a celebration quickly spiraled into chaos, leaving two dead and over 200 injured throughout the country.
During the jubilations, a tragic incident in Paris saw a car collide with a scooter, resulting in the death of the scooter rider. In Dax, a 17-year-old was stabbed under circumstances still under investigation. Additionally, a vehicle drove into a crowd in Grenoble, injuring four family members. The driver fled but later surrendered to police.
Authorities reported a total of 320 arrests, with 254 occurring in Paris alone. The celebrations turned destructive, with 692 fires set across France and significant injuries to security personnel and firefighters.
The night began with euphoric fans flooding the streets after PSG defeated Inter Milan 5-0, the most dominant scoreline in Champions League final history. Their victory resonated deeply in a France grappling with political unrest, as PSG's dynamic young players captured the heart of the nation, especially its youth, representing a diverse and vibrant society.
