Celebration Turns Chaotic: PSG Fans Clash with Police After Historic Win

In the wake of PSG's historic Champions League triumph, Paris witnessed significant unrest, with police arresting nearly 300 fans amid celebratory chaos. The city prepared for excitement but faced challenging incidents as some fans escalated celebrations into violence, prompting a strong police response.

Hundreds of arrests were made in Paris as wild celebrations erupted following Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) groundbreaking Champions League victory. The team secured a momentous 5-0 win over Inter Milan, leading an estimated 50,000 fans to gather at big screens near the Parc des Princes stadium and along the iconic Champs-Elysees. Amidst the jubilation, many participants peacefully celebrated, singing and dancing, yet disorder soon followed.

Police reported nearly 300 arrests, primarily for individuals suspected of using fireworks and inciting disorder during the festivities. Officers were prepared for raucous celebrations, deploying around 5,400 personnel throughout the city. Despite the overwhelming madness, the majority of fans celebrated without incident, with the Eiffel Tower glowing in PSG’s colors as French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the club's historic achievement on social media.

However, some individuals took the celebrations too far, attempting to break into upscale stores like Chanel, while riot police utilized water cannons and tear gas to disperse unruly crowds headed toward the Arc de Triomphe. Incidents of vehicle fires were also reported, particularly near PSG’s stadium.

In a troubling tangent, police in the southeastern city of Grenoble reported that a car collided with a group of PSG fans, injuring four members of the same family; two sustained serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle, who turned himself in, was taken into custody, with initial reports suggesting the incident was unintentional.

As tensions simmer down, PSG is set to host a victory parade on Sunday along the Champs-Elysees, where many fans are anticipated to gather again in support of their champions. President Macron is expected to meet the squad to congratulate them on their remarkable achievements.