Paris Saint-Germain supporters gathered near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday, celebrating the team’s triumph in the Champions League. This was PSG’s second title win, marked by celebrations overshadowed by overnight violence across France.

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez reported 780 arrests in Paris and other cities. He noted 57 officers were injured, mostly with minor wounds, due to fires and vandalism. Despite the disturbances, celebrations in Paris were largely peaceful. Most incidents happened near the Champs Elysees and Parc des Princes stadium, where fans had watched the match.

The victory came after PSG defeated Arsenal in a penalty shootout in Budapest. Fans celebrated by marching and setting off flares near the Arc de Triomphe, while police managed crowds on the Champs Elysees. Up to 20,000 gathered there.

Planned celebrations at Champ de Mars proceeded smoothly. Nuñez warned of firm police action against violence, ensuring high security as up to 100,000 fans gathered. PSG players, including captain Marquinhos and coach Luis Enrique, returned to cheering crowds and lifted the trophy as the club anthem played.

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted the team at the Elysee palace. He condemned the violence and urged for peace. ‘This isn’t soccer or sport,’ Macron stated. ‘We’ve had enough. This must end.’

Violence occurred in about 15 cities, with one to two shops vandalized in most affected areas. Nuñez detailed traffic blockades and an accident caused by a driver losing control, injuring two people.

Paris police detained 306 people, including 81 minors, for offenses like assault, theft, and vandalism. Paris police prefecture reported disturbances like fires to garbage bins and cars, along with attempted breach of a police station.

Nonetheless, Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire highlighted that most Parisians celebrated with unity and respect, condemning violence firmly. This echoes past issues during PSG’s previous title win in May 2025, when 201 were injured and over 500 arrests were made.