PSG Crush Inter 5-0 in Champions League Final to Clinch Historic First Title

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May 31, 2025

Munich, Germany - Paris Saint-Germain finally ended their long wait for European glory, delivering a stunning 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the 2025 UEFA Champions League Final at the Allianz Arena. In a match that will go down in history for its sheer dominance, PSG dismantled a seasoned Inter side with style, youth, and clinical finishing.

PSG’s First Champions League Title in Style

This was not just a win — it was a statement. After years of near-misses and superstar-heavy squads, PSG lifted their first-ever Champions League trophy with a team built around youth, pace, and tactical brilliance under manager Luis Enrique.

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The rout began early, with former Inter fullback Achraf Hakimi silencing his old team by scoring in the 8th minute. Just 12 minutes later, rising star Désiré Doué, only 19 years old, doubled PSG’s lead with a composed finish, stunning the Italian defense.

Doué struck again in the 63rd minute, finishing off a brilliant PSG move to make it 3-0 and all but secure the trophy. Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia joined the scoring party 10 minutes later with a trademark curling finish.

The final blow came from 18-year-old Senny Mayulu, whose goal in the 87th minute sealed the biggest winning margin in UEFA Champions League final history.

Luis Enrique’s Tactical Masterclass

Luis Enrique, who previously won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2015, became the seventh manager to win the competition with two different clubs. His youthful, hungry PSG side proved far too much for Inter, whose aging core and defensive frailty were ruthlessly exposed.

The trio of Doué, Kvaratskhelia, and Mayulu represents a new era for PSG — one that prioritizes energy, development, and collective play over the individual stardom that defined previous teams.

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A Historic Night for Romanian Referee István Kovács

Off the pitch, the final was also memorable for referee István Kovács. The Romanian official made history by becoming the first referee to officiate all three UEFA club competition finals — the UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Champions League.

Kovács was praised for his composure and consistency, allowing the game to flow while maintaining control during critical moments.