Paris celebrated Paris Saint‑Germain’s historic 5–0 victory over Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League — but jubilation quickly spiraled into rioters torching vehicles and public property across the city thetimes.co.uklemonde.fr+1thetimes.co.uk+1en.wikipedia.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1. The incidents on May 31–June 1 resulted in 2 deaths, at least 192 injuries, and more than 500 arrests en.wikipedia.org.
Scenes of chaos unfolded on the Champs‑Élysées and around Parc des Princes as fans burned cars, clashed with police, and looted stores. Authorities responded with water cannons and tear gas to regain control. President Macron denounced the violence as “unacceptable,” while Interior Minister Retailleau labeled rioters “barbarians” — remarks met with criticism from human rights groups en.wikipedia.org.
In the aftermath, PSG planned a secured victory parade, but the episode laid bare deeper issues. It reignited debate on policing tactics, urban governance, and the volatile intersection of sports fanaticism and social disorder.
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