Paris, May 31, 2026: Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal FC 4-3 in a penalty shootout to retain the UEFA Champions League title, becoming only the second club in the Champions League era to win back-to-back European crowns.
The final ended level after extra time before PSG held their nerve in the shootout.
Arsenal had taken an early lead in the sixth minute, but PSG equalized through a second-half penalty converted by Ousmane Dembele.
The decisive moment came when Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes sent his penalty over the crossbar.
Managed by Luis Enrique, PSG completed a remarkable comeback and secured consecutive Champions League trophies, cementing their status as a dominant force in European football.
Violence Erupts During Celebrations in Paris
The celebrations following PSG's victory were overshadowed by unrest across Paris.
According to the French Interior Ministry, 416 people were detained nationwide, including 280 arrests in Paris. Clashes broke out near the Parc des Princes stadium as supporters confronted police, who responded with tear gas after fireworks and projectiles were thrown at officers.
A group of fans also briefly blocked the Paris ring road, causing traffic disruptions while setting off flares. Authorities seized around 100 fireworks and two dozen flares. A police officer was injured, two businesses were damaged, and a bus shelter near the Champs-Élysées was destroyed.
Police also made multiple arrests near the Eiffel Tower, which was illuminated in PSG's colors to mark the club's historic triumph.
Key Highlights
PSG beat Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in the Champions League final.
The French club won its second consecutive European title.
Arsenal led early before PSG equalized through Ousmane Dembele.
Gabriel Magalhaes missed the decisive penalty in the shootout.
416 people were detained nationwide during post-match celebrations.
Violent clashes and property damage were reported across Paris.
PSG became only the second club in the Champions League era to retain the trophy.
The victory marks another milestone for PSG under Luis Enrique, transforming the club from perennial contenders into one of Europe's most successful football dynasties.
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