PSG’s Champions League win marred by night of violence and riots in Paris

Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League semifinal victory over Bayern Munich was overshadowed by widespread violence and riots in Paris. Following PSG's advancement to the final, approximately 130 individuals were arrested across the Paris metropolitan area as fans clashed with police. The disturbances occurred outside the Parc des Princes stadium and on the Champs-Elysees, resulting in injuries to rioters and police officers. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez condemned the violence, attributing it to individuals seeking confrontation with law enforcement, and praised police efforts to prevent property damage. Security measures are set to be increased for the upcoming final, with discussions ongoing regarding the organization of fan zones.

Following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League semi-final victory over Bayern Munich on Wednesday night, celebrations in the Paris region were marred by disturbances. France's Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez, condemned the violence, reporting 127 arrests across the wider Paris region, with 107 in the capital. Eleven people were injured, one seriously, and twenty-three police officers sustained minor injuries. While most of the fan celebrations were peaceful, with crowds gathering to mark PSG's qualification for the final, incidents of vandalism and arson occurred in central Paris. Police deployed tear gas to prevent access to the Parc des Princes stadium. The minister noted that such excesses have become a recurring issue on nights of PSG victories.