Football heroes: PSG victory toasted by thousands of fans in Paris 31.05.2026

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) celebrated their second consecutive Champions League title with a victory parade in Paris, attended by thousands of jubilant fans and met by President Emmanuel Macron. The team secured their historic win by defeating Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Budapest. While the city lauded its champions near the Eiffel Tower, the festivities were marred by widespread unrest, including clashes with police, vandalism, and hundreds of arrests. Authorities deployed significant security forces to manage the celebrations and deter further disturbances, with Interior Minister Laurent Nunez promising a firm response. Despite the violence, Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire downplayed its severity, attributing incidents to a fringe element and media coverage.
















