Celebrations Turn to Tragedy in Paris as Fans Go Wild After PSG Wins Champions League

What began as a historic celebration turned into a night of violence and tragedy in Paris. Moments after Paris Saint-Germain F.C. secured their first Champions League title, the streets near Champs-?lysées and Parc des Princes descended into chaos. Clashes between fans and police broke out, leading to widespread looting, arson, and destruction. According to reports, 2 people were killed—a 17-year-old in Dax was fatally stabbed, and a 23-year-old man died after a scooter collision. Over 559 individuals were arrested as the French police struggled to restore order. Firefighters battled 148 fires, including 46 vehicles set ablaze, while officers faced attacks with missiles. The French Interior Ministry took to Twitter to address the nation as 5,400 officers were deployed across the city. For a country grappling with political unrest and public dissatisfaction, the win was meant to be a cathartic release—but quickly spiraled into one of the darkest nights Paris has seen in recent memory.