From the stands of the Parc des Princes to the vibrant streets of the 18th arrondissement and the iconic Place de la République, the people of Paris gathered in massive numbers to support PSG in their Champions League final against Arsenal. The night ended in a historic triumph for the capital. Here is a look back at the most intense moments of this unforgettable footballing event in the heart of Paris.
Long before the opening whistle, with temperatures soaring past 30°C, Parisian bar terraces were completely overwhelmed. Supporters had to arrive hours in advance to claim a spot in front of the screens.
Fans who were unable to travel to Budapest for the final converged on the Parc des Princes instead. With more than 48,000 people in attendance, the atmosphere was nothing short of electric.
However, a wave of silence hit the Parc des Princes early in the match when Arsenal scored the opening goal. It was a difficult start that left the home crowd stunned.
In Montreuil, the first half was followed with bated breath. The Gunners’ early lead clearly dampened the spirits of the local supporters as they watched the clock tick down.
As the match progressed, some friction was observed near the Porte de Saint Cloud, where brief tensions flared up between security forces and groups of fans.
The momentum shifted when PSG finally found an equalizer, sparking a massive explosion of joy in a bar in the 18th arrondissement. The city began to believe again.
The energy reached a fever pitch back at the Parc des Princes as PSG leveled the score from the penalty spot. The stadium was filled with the sound of thousands of voices chanting in unison to push their team forward.
Every few meters near the Place de la République, bars were broadcasting the game to packed crowds. The tension was palpable throughout the entire neighborhood.
Following the final whistle, the Place de la République was completely taken over by thousands of fans celebrating PSG’s sensational Champions League victory.
The scenes at the Parc des Princes were of pure jubilation as PSG secured their second European title. This victory cements their legacy as the only French club to ever be crowned champions of Europe twice.
