31.05.2026 15:00
Following PSG's Champions League victory, celebrations in Paris turned into violent incidents. Store owners who had taken precautions against potential looting before the final were proven right, as vehicles were set on fire, shops were damaged, and clashes between police and fans lasted until dawn. Chaos prevailed in Paris throughout the night.
Celebrations in Paris went out of control following PSG's Champions League victory. Business owners who had taken precautions against possible looting and attacks before the final were proven right, as vehicles were set on fire, shops were looted, and clashes between fans and police occurred throughout the night.
THEY HAD SET UP BARRICADES BEFORE THE FINAL
Prior to the Champions League final, many businesses in Paris had protected their storefronts with wooden panels and steel barriers against potential disturbances. Shop owners on the Champs-Élysées and its surroundings were particularly concerned about possible incidents if PSG won the cup. The events following the final showed that these concerns were not unfounded.
CHAMPIONSHIP CELEBRATION TURNED INTO CHAOS
After PSG defeated Arsenal on penalties to win the Champions League trophy, thousands of fans took to the streets. The night, which began in a celebratory mood, turned into chaos in the following hours. Incidents broke out in many parts of Paris, putting security forces on alert.
VEHICLES WERE SET ON FIRE, SHOPS WERE LOOTED
It was reported that numerous vehicles were set on fire across the city. Some groups were noted to have damaged shops and attempted looting, causing material damage to businesses. Thanks to previously implemented security measures, some stores avoided major damage.
CLASHES WITH POLICE LASTED THROUGH THE NIGHT
As the incidents escalated, police units intervened at multiple locations. Tensions occasionally flared between fan groups and security forces, with clashes reportedly continuing until morning. While extensive security measures were implemented across Paris, it was reported that many individuals were taken into custody.