Dozens arrested in Paris clashes on PSG victory night
Dozens were arrested in Paris following clashes that erupted after Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory. Police deployed 22,000 officers across France, with 8,000 in Paris, to manage the celebrations and prevent disturbances. Despite the unrest, fans celebrated the dramatic win, leading to some damage and injuries in the city.
- ▪79 people were detained in Paris, with 45 taken into custody.
- ▪Police reported damage to six vehicles and two businesses during the celebrations.
- ▪Clashes occurred near PSG's Parc des Princes stadium, prompting police to use tear gas.
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PSG supporters walk beside a barricade in the street near the Arc de Triomphe after the club won the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Arsenal FC played in Budapest, in Paris on May 30, 2026. (Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP) KENZO TRIBOUILLARD / AFP Police on Saturday, May 30, arrested dozens of people in clashes that erupted in the French capital as thousands poured onto the streets during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League final 4-3 victory. Some 22,000 police were deployed across France for the game, including 8,000 in Paris, after unrest marred PSG's win in the competition last year. Paris tram lines were halted, several metro stations shut and bus traffic halted in places in bid to minimize disturbances.
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