In a night that will be etched into the annals of football history, Paris Saint-Germain achieved the pinnacle of European football by securing their first-ever UEFA Champions League title. Under the astute leadership of coach Luis Enrique, PSG delivered a masterclass in football as they crushed Inter Milan 5-0 in the most decisive final seen in the competition’s storied 70-year history.
The relentless French side continued their onslaught with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia adding a fourth goal, and substitute Senny Mayulu scoring the fifth, ensuring PSG’s victory was not just memorable but historic.
“This means everything. It’s my dream, it’s our dream. It’s incredible,” stated Portuguese midfielder Vitinha, as reported by AFP. “The result is not by magic. I’m happy we did it like this; we’re now going to celebrate.”
For PSG coach Luis Enrique, who previously tasted Champions League success with Barcelona in 2015, this victory was the realization of a long-held ambition since joining the club in 2023. “The only trophy missing was the Champions League. And we’ve ticked that box. We were ambitious, and we did it,” Enrique declared with pride.
In an emotional post-match moment, Enrique paid homage to his late daughter Xana, who passed away in 2019, as fans unveiled a touching banner. “It’s beautiful that the supporters thought about me and my family. But I don’t need to win the Champions League or even a game to think about my daughter,” he reflected.
On the opposite bench, Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi faced a stark contrast of emotions. “There’s too much disappointment and bitterness,” Inzaghi admitted, deflecting questions about his future with the club. Having taken Inter to two Champions League finals in three years, Inzaghi now faces an uncertain future and the challenge of rebuilding a squad with an average age significantly higher than their Parisian conquerors.
Despite Inter’s remarkable journey past champions from the Netherlands, Germany, and Spain, they were simply outclassed by PSG’s youthful vigor and tactical prowess in Munich. As the curtain falls on a trophyless season for Inter, the Italian giants are left contemplating their next steps in the continued pursuit of European glory.
With this monumental victory, PSG not only lifts the coveted trophy but also sends a clear message that they are a formidable force on the European stage, ready to continue their legacy of success.
