Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) achieved a historic milestone on Saturday, May 31, 2025, clinching their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan at Munich’s Allianz Arena. The emphatic win, marked by a brace from French teenager Désiré Doué and goals from Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu, sparked widespread celebrations, with former PSG stars Neymar, Kylian Mbappé, and David Beckham joining fans and players in hailing the long-awaited triumph.
Neymar, who spent six years at PSG from 2017 to 2023, took to social media to express his joy for his former club. The Brazilian, now playing for Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, posted a succinct yet heartfelt message: “Parabéns, PSG” (Congratulations, PSG). His words resonated with fans, recalling his pivotal role in elevating the club’s global profile during his tenure, despite the elusive Champions League title slipping through their grasp in the 2020 final against Bayern Munich. Neymar’s emotional connection to PSG was evident, as he had once been part of the club’s ambitious “galactico” era, alongside Lionel Messi and Mbappé, which promised but never delivered this coveted trophy.
Kylian Mbappé, PSG’s all-time leading goalscorer with 42 Champions League goals for the club, also shared his pride from afar. Now a star at Real Madrid, the French captain posted on Instagram, “Le grand jour est enfin arrivé, La victoire et avec la manière de tout un club, Félicitations PSG” (The big day has finally arrived, Victory and in the style of an entire club, Congratulations PSG). Mbappé, who left PSG in the summer of 2024, had come agonizingly close to delivering the title in 2020, only to fall short against Bayern. His heartfelt message underscored the significance of the victory for a club he led with distinction, even as he pursues new challenges in Spain.
David Beckham, whose brief but memorable stint with PSG in 2013 marked the twilight of his illustrious career, was present in Munich to witness the historic moment. The former England captain, who made 14 appearances for the club, shared his excitement on Instagram with a photo capturing the jubilant scenes. His 12-word caption read, “History made. Congratulations @PSG WOW what an incredible game.” Beckham’s presence at the final, alongside figures like Tom Cruise, added a touch of star power to the occasion, reflecting his enduring connection to the Parisian club.
The victory marked a turning point for PSG, who have long been defined by their financial might and star-studded rosters but struggled to translate domestic dominance into European glory. Under coach Luis Enrique, the club shifted away from its reliance on individual superstars like Neymar, Mbappé, and Messi, focusing instead on a cohesive team ethic. This transformation paid dividends, with young talents like Doué and Kvaratskhelia shining in a final that saw PSG dominate from the outset. Hakimi’s early strike in the 12th minute set the tone, followed by Doué’s goals in the 20th and 63rd minutes, Kvaratskhelia’s in the 73rd, and Mayulu’s late flourish in the 86th, securing the biggest margin of victory in a Champions League final.
Social media buzzed with reactions, as fans and former players like Thiago Silva and Lucas Moura also congratulated PSG. Silva, a former captain, posted on X, “What an achievement – congratulations PSG,” while Moura echoed the sentiment. The celebrations, however, were not without controversy, as reports emerged of chaotic scenes in Paris, with 294 arrests and 205 injuries during post-match festivities. Despite this, the joy in Munich was unbridled, with captain Marquinhos lifting the trophy amid fireworks and golden confetti, declaring, “I have nothing left, I have given everything. I love this team.”