Violent clashes give way to peaceful PSG parade after Champions League win
Paris Saint-Germain fans celebrated their Champions League victory at the Eiffel Tower, following a night of violent clashes across France. Police detained 780 individuals due to incidents of vandalism and assaults on officers, with 57 officers reported injured. French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence and called for an end to such behavior during the celebrations.
- ▪A crowd of up to 100,000 supporters gathered peacefully at the Eiffel Tower to celebrate PSG's Champions League win.
- ▪Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez reported that 780 people were detained across France, with most incidents occurring in Paris.
- ▪French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence and emphasized the need for accountability among those responsible.
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Sports Violent clashes give way to peaceful PSG parade after Champions League win June 1, 20262:43 AM ET By The Associated Press PSG fans celebrate the day after winning the Champions League title, at the Eiffel Tower, in Paris, Sunday, May 31, 2026. Emma Da Silva/AP hide caption toggle caption Emma Da Silva/AP PARIS — A huge crowd of supporters gathered peacefully near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's second Champions League title victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight across France and led police to detain hundreds of people. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said 780 people were detained in Paris and other cities and 57 officers were wounded, with most suffering minor injuries, as football fans set off fires and vandalized shops overnight.
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