In a jaw-dropping display of dominance, Paris Saint-Germain vs Internazionale Milano became a Champions League final for the ages. Held in Munich on May 31, 2025, PSG thrashed Inter Milan 5–0, not only clinching their first-ever UEFA Champions League title but also breaking the record for the largest winning margin in UCL final history. The French giants, long mocked for failing to deliver in Europe despite a galaxy of stars, have finally ascended the throne—with zero megastars in sight.
From Galácticos to Grit: The PSG Reinvention
Once the poster boys for “checkbook football,” PSG had tried and failed to buy their way to glory. With Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé all gone, many wrote them off. But under the strategic guidance of Luis Enrique, PSG ditched their superstar strategy and built a cohesive, hungry team—a decision that paid off spectacularly.
This season, PSG swept through the domestic scene, locking up Ligue 1 six rounds early and bagging both the Coupe de France and the French Super Cup. The 5–0 demolition of Inter Milan crowned a historic treble, making PSG only the second French team in history to lift the “Big Ears” trophy, after Marseille in 1993.
The Rise of Desire Doue
The night’s brightest star wasn’t a household name—but he soon will be. 19-year-old Desire Doue delivered a sensational performance, scoring twice and assisting another. He became the youngest player in UCL final history to score a brace, rewriting records and stealing headlines across Europe.
“I’ve dreamed of this moment since I could walk,” said Doue, clutching his medal. “We waited a long time. This club, these fans—we deserve this.”
Demolition in Detail
12’: Hakimi opened the scoring after a sublime assist from Doue.
20’: Doue scored his first after chesting down a pinpoint cross from Dembélé.
63’: Vitinha’s through-ball found Doue again, who calmly slotted home for his second.
73’: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia made it 4–0 with a slick finish.
87’: Senny Mayulu capped the night with a thunderbolt to seal the 5–0 win.
Notably, Ousmane Dembélé provided two assists and now emerges as a top contender for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, with 33 goals and 14 assists across all competitions this season.
Internazionale’s Collapse
To their credit, Internazionale Milano had a strong run leading to the final. They boasted the best defensive record in the group stage and had knocked out Bayern Munich and Barcelona en route to Munich. However, on the night that mattered most, they were completely overwhelmed. It was their second UCL final loss in three seasons, extending Italy’s Champions League drought to 15 years.
Enrique: The Architect of a New Era
Luis Enrique, who guided Barcelona to a treble in 2015, becomes only the second manager after Pep Guardiola to win the treble with two different clubs. His emotional tears post-match said it all: “We believed, we rebuilt, and now we reign.”
Frequently Asked Questions
The final score was 5–0 in favor of Paris Saint-Germain. It was the most lopsided result in UEFA Champions League final history.
Achraf Hakimi (12’)
Desire Doue (20’, 63’)
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (73’)
Senny Mayulu (87’)
Teen sensation Desire Doue was the standout, scoring a brace and assisting another.
Yes, this is PSG’s first-ever UEFA Champions League title in club history. Despite decades of domestic dominance, they had never lifted the prestigious European trophy until now.
PSG won three major trophies:
Ligue 1
Coupe de France
UEFA Champions League
This marks their first-ever treble, and only the second treble in French football history after Marseille’s in 1993.
All three had left PSG before the 2024–25 season:
Mbappé joined Real Madrid in summer 2024.
Neymar moved to Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia in 2023.
Messi joined Inter Miami in Major League Soccer in 2023.
Despite their departures, PSG rebuilt successfully around young talents and team chemistry.
Desire Doue is a 19-year-old midfielder who joined PSG from Rennes. He became the youngest player to score twice in a Champions League final, making him one of the breakout stars of European football.
Conclusion
Paris Saint-Germain vs Internazionale Milano will be remembered as a watershed moment—not just for PSG, but for modern European football. It was the night a club shed its overpaid past, embraced unity, and finally captured the glory it chased for over half a century. PSG is no longer just rich—they’re champions.
