PSG Wins First Champions League Amid Paris Riots, Police Clashes

Paris witnessed chaotic scenes during and after Paris Saint-Germain's decisive 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League final. Hooligans clashed with riot police near the Parc des Princes stadium, with fires, tear gas, and fireworks contributing to the unrest, forcing authorities to block roads and evacuate fan zones. The celebrations by PSG fans turned violent, with dangerous behavior such as running on motorways and launching fireworks at police. Meanwhile, the Champions League final's timing affected the French Open held nearby, with tennis players like Cameron Norrie and Novak Djokovic experiencing disruptions from fireworks and noise as PSG supporters gathered to watch the match. Djokovic, a known PSG supporter, had requested schedule adjustments to watch the final but was denied by tournament organizers, who assured efforts to minimize the football final’s impact on tennis events. Despite efforts, the overlap between the two sporting events led to notable disturbances in Paris, highlighting tensions between fan celebrations and other public events.