On June 2 from Pakistan, events took an unsettling shift in Paris following PSG’s remarkable win in the Champions League. In the aftermath, French law enforcement apprehended another 79 individuals on Sunday evening. These incidents add to the over 500 detainees recorded throughout France on Saturday, transforming initially joyous celebrations into scenes of unrest.
PSG's decisive 5-0 victory against Inter Milan in the finale led thousands of supporters to gather, particularly on the Champs-Elysées and subsequently at the Parc des Princesses venue. However, as stated by Paris Police Chief Laurent Nunez, numerous people apprehended during these celebrations were not actual PSG enthusiasts but rather individuals with "hostile intentions." These persons obstructed traffic, set off fireworks, and tried to vandalize properties.
The disturbances expanded outside of the capital city. In Dax, a 17-year-old male succumbed to stab wounds, and in central Paris, a 23-year-old motorcyclist lost his life following a collision. Additionally, a law enforcement officer sustained critical injuries from firework blasts and is currently in an induced coma. Such events cast a shadow over the team’s unprecedented accomplishment – securing their maiden UEFA Champions League championship.
The French President, Emmanuel Macron, who welcomed the squad to the Élysée Palace, firmly denounced the acts of violence, labeling them as "unacceptable." While he commended the athletes, he also cautioned that this kind of damaging conduct would not be excused, despite being a time for national rejoicing.
PSG’s team roster, which now predominantly consists of promising homegrown players, has moved away from depending heavily on international megastars such as Messi and Neymar. This achievement has sparked immense national pride throughout France, attracting an audience of 11.5 million people for the concluding match. However, this post-match period highlights the difficulties associated with orchestrating nationwide festivities amid a charged city atmosphere.
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