French President Emmanuel Macron will host players and staff of Paris Saint Germain (PSG) on Sunday following their historic win in the UEFA Champions League final against Inter Milan. The match, played at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Saturday night, saw PSG crush their Italian opponents 5-0 — the biggest winning margin in the tournament’s final history.
In a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), President Macron described the victory as a “day of glory for PSG.” He added: “Bravo, we are all proud. Paris is the capital of Europe tonight.”
The win marks PSG’s first-ever Champions League title and makes them only the second French club to lift the prestigious trophy, following Olympique Marseille’s triumph in 1993.
Teenage sensation Désiré Doué was the star of the match, scoring twice and assisting the opening goal. The 19-year-old set up Achraf Hakimi for the first goal just 12 minutes into the match. Doué then found the net himself in the 20th minute with a deflected strike that wrong-footed Inter’s goalkeeper Yann Sommer.
By the 35th minute, PSG were 3-0 up after Doué bagged his second of the night, finishing off a flowing team move that started deep in PSG’s half. Georgian international Khvicha Kvaratskhelia made it four in the second half with a calm low finish, before 19-year-old substitute Senny Mayulu wrapped up the night with a well-placed strike.
The match showcased PSG’s attacking brilliance and defensive discipline, leaving little room for Inter to respond. The Italian side, known for their experience and tactical strength, were completely outclassed on the night.
Owned by Qatar Sports Investments, PSG have spent heavily in recent years in search of European glory. After multiple near-misses, including a final loss in 2020, the club’s dream has finally become reality.
President Macron, a long-time supporter of French sports, is expected to congratulate the team personally at the Élysée Palace in Paris. According to sources from his office, the event will highlight the importance of football in promoting French excellence on the global stage.
The victory is not only a milestone for PSG but also a moment of national pride for France, as the team dominated Europe’s top club competition in stunning fashion.
With a new generation of talent emerging, including stars like Doué and Mayulu, PSG appears well-positioned to remain a major force in European football. Their emphatic win has sent a clear message: the era of Paris Saint Germain as Champions League contenders is no longer a dream — it is now a reality.
For many fans, the night in Munich will be remembered as the beginning of a new chapter in French football history.
