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Paris experienced a chaotic night after PSG secured their place in the Champions League final against Arsenal. The joy of victory quickly turned into serious riots on several streets in the heart of the French capital. |
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According to local media, the unrest erupted shortly after PSG's victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final on the evening of May 6th (local time). Hundreds of unruly fans took to the streets, clashing violently with police forces deployed to maintain security in the city. |
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Numerous videos circulating on social media show fireworks being fired directly at riot police. Trash cans were set on fire, vehicles were vandalized, including police cars. Some groups of masked youths wearing hoods even engaged in chaotic chases with security forces in the heart of Paris. |
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Police had to use tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd and prevent looting of stores. French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez confirmed that hundreds of people deliberately caused disturbances and attacked law enforcement officers. |
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He said a total of 127 people were arrested in the Paris area, including 107 in the city center. In addition, 34 people were injured, including 23 police officers. One officer is in serious condition after being hit by a homemade firework. |
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To curb the chaos, police were forced to cordon off the Champs-Elysees, a popular spot for fans to celebrate major victories. However, this did not prevent crowds from gathering in other areas, with some groups even attempting to block the ring road around Paris. |
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French authorities are particularly concerned about the risk of a recurrence of the violence that has occurred on nights when PSG played big matches in the past. In 2025, a riot involving PSG left two people dead, including a 17-year-old boy who was stabbed and a 23-year-old man who died while riding a motorcycle. |
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The Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal will take place on May 30th in Budapest, but even now, French authorities are on high alert regarding the risk of further riots. |
Source: https://znews.vn/paris-chim-trong-bao-loan-post1649678.html
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