Paris Erupts in Post-Champions League Riots

Paris Erupts in Post-Champions League Riots: Tear Gas, Arrests, and Looting Mark PSG's Victory Celebration Paris, June 1, 2025 – The celebratory atmosphere following Paris Saint-Germain's historic Champions League victory quickly devolved into widespread rioting and clashes with police. Thousands of fans took to the streets, but celebrations turned violent, prompting a significant police response. Footage from social media, including a video from la.repubblica, shows police using tear gas to disperse unruly crowds on the Champs-Élysées and near the Parc des Princes stadium. At least two vehicles were set on fire, and widespread vandalism was reported. "It was chaos," said one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous. "The tear gas was everywhere, and people were running in all directions." The Parisian police department deployed over 5,000 officers to manage the crowds. Authorities reported nearly 300 arrests throughout the night, with additional arrests made following the looting of a Foot Locker store. The incident highlights the challenges of maintaining order during large-scale celebrations. Despite the unrest, the city is working to restore order and ensure future events are safer for all.