Paris Saint-Germain made history Saturday in Munich, demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 to lift their first UEFA Champions League trophy—and in the process set a record for the biggest winning margin in a final's 70-year history.
The triumph marks a milestone for coach Luis Enrique, who has steered PSG away from an era of \"galactico\" acquisitions toward genuine team cohesion. His blueprint paid off in style, with the entire squad firing on all cylinders against a strong Inter side.
At the heart of PSG's breakthrough was 19-year-old Desire Doue. The French forward announced himself on Europe’s biggest stage, scoring twice and assisting another goal in just over an hour of play. His brace—one a deflected strike, another a composed finish—put him alongside Patrick Kluivert (1995) and Carlos Alberto (2004) as only the third teen to find the net in a Champions League final.
Achraf Hakimi opened the scoring after just 12 minutes, finishing a slick move orchestrated by Vitinha and Doue. Midway through the half, Doue's effort ricocheted off Federico Dimarco, doubling the lead before the interval. PSG's momentum continued after the break, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia adding a third in the 73rd minute, slotting home on a swift counterattack.
Substitute Senny Mayulu capped the rout in the 86th minute, making him the fourth teenager to score in a Champions League final and sealing a dream night for PSG's rising generation. \"I don't have words,\" a thrilled Doue said after the match. \"Thank you, Paris—we did it.\"
Even seasoned stars felt the moment's grandeur. Ousmane Dembélé, who recorded two assists, summed it up: \"It's pride, it's everything—it's exceptional. We deserved this title, and we did it in style.\"
PSG's path to the final featured impressive victories over Liverpool and Aston Villa, but none as emphatic as this. Data shows they scored 29 goals in 13 games this Champions League campaign—an average of 2.2 goals per match—underscoring their attacking firepower.
For a club long chasing Europe's most coveted trophy, this landmark victory is a statement of intent. Under Luis Enrique and propelled by a blend of seasoned talents and electrifying youth, PSG's future in continental football looks brighter than ever.
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