PSG Victory Celebrations Turn Violent: 81 Arrests in Paris Riots

Paris erupts in chaos after PSG Champions League victory. Celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain's 5-0 Champions League win descended into violence and widespread destruction on Saturday night. Videos circulating on social media show fans engaging in vandalism, looting, and clashes with police. The French newspaper Le Monde reported that at least 81 people have been arrested. "It was a scene of utter chaos," said one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous. The rioting primarily occurred in the Porte de Saint-Cloud area and along the Champs-Élysées. Police reported that the disturbances were the work of a 'malicious crowd'. Authorities deployed approximately 5,400 officers to control the post-match celebrations. The incident highlights the potential for large-scale celebrations to turn violent.