Paris Saint-Germain finally ended their long wait for Champions League glory with a dominant and unforgettable 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in Munich. The French giants were unstoppable from the first whistle, putting in a powerful and polished performance to claim their first-ever European crown in record-breaking style.
The match belonged to 19-year-old star Desire Doue, who turned 20 just days after the final. The young forward was the standout performer on the pitch, scoring twice and assisting once in a display full of maturity, creativity, and confidence.
Early Goal Sets the Tone
PSG made their intentions clear right from the start. In just the 12th minute, they sliced open the Inter defence to score a beautiful team goal. It began with a clever move on the left involving Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz, and Kvaratskhelia. After some slick passing, Vitinha slipped a perfect ball through to Doue, who squared it for Achraf Hakimi to tap into an empty net.
Hakimi, who once played for Inter Milan, didn’t celebrate out of respect for his former club. But his strike gave PSG an early lead, and more importantly, complete control over the match.
Doue Doubles the Lead
Eight minutes later, PSG hit Inter again. This time, it was a stunning counterattack. Kvaratskhelia ran the ball out from the edge of his own penalty box and found Ousmane Dembele in space. Dembele raced forward before delivering a low cross that found Doue, who finished confidently—his shot deflecting off Dimarco and past Yann Sommer.
At just 19 years old, Doue was running the biggest match in European club football like a seasoned pro. His pace, vision, and calmness on the ball made him a nightmare for Inter’s defenders.
Inter Overwhelmed by PSG’s Pressure
Inter Milan, who had recently lost the Serie A title on the final day of the season, were clearly shaken. Their defense struggled to keep up with PSG’s speed and intensity. While Marcus Thuram had a chance from a corner, heading just over the bar, Inter rarely threatened Gianluigi Donnarumma’s goal.
PSG, on the other hand, kept pressing for more. Dembele and Kvaratskhelia were constant threats on the flanks. Vitinha controlled the midfield with composure, while the defense easily snuffed out any danger from Inter’s attack.
PSG Add a Third After the Break
Just minutes into the second half, PSG made it 3-0. It was another superb team goal. Dembele played a cheeky flick to Vitinha, who drove forward before slipping a perfect pass to Doue. The youngster stayed composed and fired the ball into the bottom corner, celebrating by whipping off his shirt in front of the jubilant PSG fans.
The final was turning into a masterclass, and Inter Milan looked completely lost.
An unforgettable performance // POTM: Désiré Doué @PlayStationEU | #UCLPOTM pic.twitter.com/74qtgiBu15
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) June 1, 2025
Kvaratskhelia and Mayulu Finish the Job
With the result beyond doubt, PSG brought on more young talent—and they made an instant impact. Before being subbed off to a standing ovation, Doue had already left his mark. His replacement, Senny Mayulu, added the fifth goal in style.
Before that, PSG’s fourth came from Kvaratskhelia, the exciting winger they signed from Napoli in January. Dembele set him free down the left, and he coolly slotted the ball past Sommer to make it 4-0. It was a reward for his tireless running and creative influence throughout the night.
Then came the final blow. Substitute Bradley Barcola broke through the Inter defence, showed quick feet, and set up Mayulu, who smashed the ball in off the post to make it 5-0. PSG fans erupted as their team celebrated one of the most dominant Champions League final performances ever seen.
Senny Mayulu just turned 19 two weeks ago.
He subbed on in the 84th minute of the UCL final and scored three minutes later pic.twitter.com/pFCDlChkXp
— B/R Football (@brfootball) May 31, 2025
A Historic Night for Paris
This wasn’t just a Champions League win. It was a statement to the entire football world. PSG had come close before—finalists in 2020, semi-finalists in 2021—but this time, they reached the summit in style.
They didn’t just win the title. They destroyed one of Europe’s biggest clubs with five unanswered goals. Their route to the final wasn’t easy either. They knocked out four English clubs—Manchester City, Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal—on the way to Munich.
The result showed how far PSG have come, especially after the departure of Kylian Mbappe. Many questioned how they would cope without their superstar. But the team has evolved under Luis Enrique, embracing a fast, fluid style built around a mix of young stars and experienced leaders.
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