MUNICH – Paris Saint-Germain completed a long-awaited conquest of European football with a devastating 5-0 destruction of Inter Milan in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final at the Allianz Arena, powered by a historic performance from 19-year-old sensation Desire Doue.
From the opening whistle, it was clear only one team had arrived with purpose. Within the first 20 minutes, PSG had raced into a 2-0 lead, overwhelming a shell-shocked Inter Milan side with electric pace, relentless pressing, and stunning technical quality.
Early Domination, Ruthless Execution
The floodgates opened in the 12th minute when Achraf Hakimi, playing against his former club, tapped in a low cross from Doue, who was fed by Vitinha through a precise ball that split the Inter backline. Out of respect, Hakimi refrained from celebrating, but PSG fans erupted in celebration of a dream start.
Just eight minutes later, Doue struck again. Following a brilliant recovery from Willian Pacho, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia launched a rapid counterattack, combining with Ousmane Dembélé, who delivered a curling cross to the right wing. Doue’s half-volley, deflected by Federico Dimarco, looped over Yann Sommer and into the net for 2-0.
Inter, managed by Simone Inzaghi, looked outmatched in every phase of play. A team once lauded for defensive stability and tactical discipline collapsed entirely under the intensity of Luis Enrique’s Parisian machine.
Doue Makes History, PSG Seal a Record Final Victory
After the break, PSG showed no mercy. In the 63rd minute, Dembélé danced through the midfield and slipped the ball to Vitinha, who played another sublime pass to Doue. With composure well beyond his years, the French teenager slotted the ball into the bottom corner for his second goal and third direct contribution of the night—a new Champions League final record.
The rout continued as Dembélé threaded another perfect pass to Kvaratskhelia, who broke free in the 73rd minute and finished calmly at the near post. Then, in the 87th minute, teenage substitute Senny Mayulu added a fifth, finishing from close range after a smart assist from Bradley Barcola, completing the largest winning margin in Champions League final history.
Man of the Match – Desire Doue
While past icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo never recorded three goal contributions in a Champions League final, Desire Doue did just that. With two goals and an assist, the teenager not only made history but also solidified his status as European football’s next generational star. His composure, vision, and technical brilliance left millions in awe—and Inter Milan in ruins.
Stat Breakdown: PSG vs Inter Milan
- Possession: PSG 59% – 41% Inter
- Shots: PSG 23 – 8 Inter
- Shots on Target: PSG 8 – 2 Inter
- Corners: PSG 4 – 6 Inter
- Fouls: PSG 13 – 7 Inter
What’s Next
For PSG, Sunday’s triumph was more than just a long-awaited Champions League title—it was a vindication of a youth-first strategy that replaced the marquee stars of yesteryear with hungry, unified, and tactical brilliance under Luis Enrique. While Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, and Neymar failed to deliver European glory, a group of teenagers led by Doue have now inscribed their names into club folklore.
Enrique, whose appointment was once viewed with skepticism, may now have secured legendary status. A lifetime contract, some in Paris say, would be justified.
For Inter Milan, the future looks grim. The humiliating defeat—Inzaghi’s second Champions League final loss in three seasons—may signal the end of his tenure, with reports of a potential move to Al-Hilal swirling. Despite domestic success, his European shortcomings have now defined his reign.
As PSG fans flood the streets of Paris in euphoric celebration, the club’s long chase for continental supremacy has ended—not with the flair of global icons, but with the rise of a new golden generation.
