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Boston Globe
2 days ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Paris Saint-Germain routs Inter Milan to win Champions League final for first time
The trophy that not even Lionel Messi, Neymar, or Kylian Mbappe could deliver to the French club was finally claimed by Luis Enrique, the Spanish coach who has overseen PSG's shift from the era of galactico signings to one of genuine team-building. Fitting then that Désiré Doué, the 19-year-old French forward emblematic of the club's new generation, was the chief inspiration on a balmy night. He became the third teenager to score in a Champions League final, following Patrick Kluivert and Carlos Alberto. Doue scored twice and set up another goal in little over an hour on the field before being substituted in the second half. Advertisement DÉSIRÉ DOUÉ DELIVERS A BRACE IN THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL 🇫🇷🔥 HE'S ONLY 19 YEARS OLD 🤯 — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and substitute Senny Mayulu, the fourth teenager to ever score in a final, added to Doue's double as PSG recorded the biggest win in a final in the Champions League's 69-year history. ACHRAF HAKIMI OPENS THE SCORING FOR PSG 💥 — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) Now PSG can truly sit alongside the royalty of European soccer. Not by virtue of turnover or merchandizing, but on the merits of its achievements on the field. The Champions League is the ultimate barometer of the continent's elite clubs and up until now PSG has been a flashy contender that always came up short. Advertisement That all changed at Allianz Arena, the home of Bayern Munich, one of the titans of Europe, and a fitting stage for PSG's crowning moment. Not least because it was against Bayern that it lost its only other Champions League final in 2020, leaving Neymar in tears in an empty stadium in Lisbon where fans were locked out because of the pandemic. On this occasion, thousands of PSG supporters were there to revel in the moment, waving flags, lighting flares and drowning out their rivals from Inter, many of whose supporters left the stadium long before the final whistle.
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Meet the Champions League final WAGs from PSG ace dating fellow player to Inter pair caught in bizarre cheating scandal
Loading the IT'S the most glamorous fixture on the football calendar - but the glitziest stars will be the ones cheering on from the sidelines. As 24 Kleofina Pnishi, 30, is engaged to Inter star Benjamin Pavard, 29 Credit: Instagram/@kleofina 24 Portuguese television and film star Madalena Aragão, 19, with her PSG boyfriend João Neves, 20 Credit: getty 24 Nitsa Tavadze, 23, wife of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, 24, studied medicine at uni Credit: instagram/@nitsatavadze 24 Nitsa and Kvaratskhelia tied the knot on October 16, 2023 Credit: Instagram/@nitsatavadze/ While PSG's roster has included superstars including Lionel Messi, The likes of But away from the pitch, which of these names are scoring in their love lives too? From doctors to lawyers and even fellow players - as well as a dramatic cheating scandal - we reveal all about PSG and Inter's top WAGs. READ MORE IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Paris Saint-Germain F.C. Nitsa Tavadze and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Brainy In 2023, they tied the knot at the historic Samtavro Monastery in Mtskheta, celebrating with Georgian traditions, attire, and customs. Although the couple were introduced by a mutual friend in 2021 sparks didn't fly until a month later. Due to Nitsa's demanding studies, the pair would write to and call each other, and would meet up during their time off or when Kvaratskhelia was on an international break. Most read in Football When Nitsa didn't have lectures to attend, she would go to Naples and attend matches at his former team, Napoli. They made their first appearance at a basketball game between Italy and Georgia and by 2022 they were official. Now, they share a son, Damian, one. Golf Wag Jena Sims 'test drives her bikinis for summer' with fans unable to pick between skimpy outfits Océane Toussaint and Warren Zaire-Emery 24 Océane Toussaint, 21, girlfriend of Warren Zaire Emery, 19, is a professional goalkeeper for PSG Credit: INSTAGRAM 24 The young couple have been dating since 2024 Credit: INSTAGRAM French goalie Océane Toussaint, 21, has been in a relationship with her fellow PSG star Warren Zaire-Emery, 19, since 2024. They were first papped together at a Louis Vuitton event in January and later confirmed their relationship at a gala in May. Océane was the first goalkeeper to win the Titi d'Or - a fan award for PSG's most promising academy player - in 2023 and took to social media to share her success with fans. She wrote: 'Very proud to be the first Titi gold keeper, thank you again for all your messages.' During their short time together so far, Océane and Warren have already jetted off for glamorous holidays and were seen visiting Zoomarine in the Algarve. Madalena Aragão and João Neves 24 Madalena Aragão, girlfriend of João Neves is a Portuguese TV and film star Credit: Instagram 24 The young actress has moved countries to be with her boyfriend Credit: instagram 24 The couple have made the most of life in Italy Credit: instagram/@madalena_aragao_ Portuguese television and film star Madalena Aragão, 19, has been in a relationship with João Neves, 20, since 2024. Madalena made her acting debut in 2016 when she was just 10 years old in the soap opera Rainha das Flores. The talented actress is also a popular blogger and creator of a YouTube channel, where she shares her thoughts on teenage life and growing up. Since embarking on her new relationship with João it's been go go go. She even moved to Paris to be with him after his move from Benfica to the French giants. The pair have also been quite active on social media, sharing several adorable pics together. In response to one of Madalena's recent Instagram posts, Portuguese actor and model Diogo Amaral replied: 'My favourite couple.' Carol Cabrino and Marquinhos 24 Brazilian Instagram star Carol Cabrino, 32, is married to Marquinhos, 31 Credit: Instagram 24 The couple share three children but recently suffered a heartbreaking miscarriage Credit: getty Influencer After he proposed to her underneath the Eiffel Tower, the pair had a civil wedding in June 2016. Together they share three children - Maria, eight, Enrico, six, and Martina, 3 - but tragically, Taking to Instagram to share the distressing news in March, she said: 'I'm going to talk about something that is not very good. 'But I've accepted what happened to me and I've come to share it with you. "I can't get on with my life if I don't come here and explain to you a little of the things that have been happening in my life for a while now.' Alessia Elefante and Gianluigi Donnarumma 24 Alessia Elefante, 27, fiance of Gianluigi Donnarumma, 26, was born in Naples, Itlay Credit: Instagram 24 The couple share a son Leo, one, and a dog Coco Credit: Instagram 24 A little known fact about Alessia is that she has a twin sister, Daniela Credit: Instagram Italian bombshell Alessia Elefante, 27, is the fiancée of Gianluigi Donnarumma, 26, and the couple have been together for over seven years. Alessia is an interior designer and mum to one-year-old Leo, whom she shares with Gianluigi. The Italian pro footballer proposed to her a month after their son was born. They also share a dog named Coco that Alessia has referred to via her Instagram as her 'favourite baby boy' and 'a prince' - before her son was born, of course! Alessia also stands 39cm shorter than her partner who reaches a whopping 6ft5inches. Despite such a significant height difference, the couple seem Another little known fact about Alessia is that she's a twin. On May 27, 2024, she took to Instagram to share a birthday pic with her sister Daniela. The caption wrote: 'Since 1998. Love you.' Shocked fans were quick to spot the similarities between the pair. One person wrote: 'I thought there was a mirror in the 1st pic.' Inter Milan Agustina Gandolfo and Lautaro Martinez 24 Argentinian Agustina Gandolfo, 29, is the wife of Lautaro Martinez, 27 Credit: Instagram 24 The entrepreneur and wellness advocate met her match in 2016 Credit: instagram/@ Model Agus has developed a career as a Alongside her personal updates, she has launched her own She met her Argentine husband around 2016 when he was playing for local club Racing, at a party hosted by fellow stars Mauro Icardi and They were initially pals but later fell in love. They had their first child, a daughter named Nina, in 2021 and had a son in 2023. The pair had a lavish wedding in Villa d'Este on Lake Como Italy in 2023 with 120 guests. Agus has three tattoos: one of birds flying on her upper back, a heart on her arm and a quote on her ribs. She also made headlines in 2021 after claiming a Milan restaurant had handed her a menu that didn't have any prices on during a romantic meal out with her man. She claimed on her Instagram story that the practice is sexist - because it assumes the man is going to pay for the meal, not the woman. Kleofina Pnishi and Benjamin Pavard 24 Bombshell Kleofina Pnishi is married to Benjamin Pavard Credit: Instagram/@kleofina 24 Benjamin proposed to her on the coast of Saranda in a beautiful romantic atmosphere with flowers and candles Credit: Instagram Kosovo-born actress and model Kleofina, 30, was elected Miss Provence 2017 and ran in the Miss France competition the following year. But life hasn't always been easy. When she was just five years old, her family fled their homeland due to the war and arrived in France in 1999. She graduated from the School of Journalism and Communication of Aix-Marseille, before meeting Benjamin got down on one knee on the coast of Saranda, Albania, in a beautiful, romantic proposal made special with flowers and candles. Federica Schievenin and Nicolò Barella 24 Federica Schievenin, 35, wife of Nicolò Barella, 28, is a sports scientist Credit: instagram/@fede_schievenin 24 The blonde beauty is also a model and certified personal trainer Credit: instagram/@fede_schievenin Stunning sports scientist Like her beau, she has had a passion for sports since a young age thanks to thanks to her dad, who was into motocross. She earned a PT CFT3 certification from the International Sports Scientists Association in 2019 and is now said to be studying nutraceuticals and naturopathy. The pair tied the knot in 2018 and are now Federica keeps her children's faces hidden on social media, usually with an emoji. Claudia Scarpari and Francesco Acerbi 24 Claudia Scarpari, 38, wife of Francesco Acerbi, 37, has never missed a match Credit: Instagram 24 The pair met in early 2020 and went public with the relationship later that year Credit: Instagram @claudiascarp Claudia Scarpari, 38, is the wife of defender Speaking of their early romance, the glamorous lawyer said she found it "enchanting" to watch him play, but admitted she didn't follow football before they met. However, since falling in love with the defender, Claudia has revealed she had never missed a match, and will always be cheering on her partner. Claudia already has a daughter and a son from a previous relationship, and has had more children with Francesco. Their daughters are named Vittoria, four and Nala, two. On top of being a supportive WAG, Claudia is a successful lawyer and has spoken of the similarities between the couple's careers, explaining they are both "defending and protecting what we believe in". The couple married in early 2025 in Cassina Rizzardi, Italy. Sinem Gündoğdu and Hakan Çalhanoğlu 24 Sinem Gündoğdu, 30, and Hakan Çalhanoğlu, 31, grew up together in Turkey before falling in love and tying the knot in 2017 Credit: instagram 24 The couple made headlines in 2018 after Hakan filed for divorce Credit: getty In 2018, the midfielder sensationally announced the decision to divorce his wife after a "very serious and unforgivable situation occurred". Sinem's response was speedy, and came with another bombshell, as she announced: "I never cheated on you. By the way, I'm pregnant." Fortunately, the couple appear to have resolved their issues and now seem better than ever. Together they have three children: Liya, six, born in 2019, Ayaz, four, born in 2021 and Asil Can, two, born in 2023.
Glasgow Times
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Kim Little sure Arsenal Women's Champions League win will go down in history
The Gunners became the first English club to lift the trophy in 2007, which remained the only occasion an English team had done it until Saturday evening in Portugal, when Arsenal beat heavy favourites and defending champions Barca in blistering conditions after England forward Beth Mead teed up Sweden international and fellow second-half substitute Stina Blackstenius in the 74th minute. Scot Little began the first of her two spells at Arsenal the year after that 2007 campaign – in which the Gunners sealed an historic quadruple – and, now 34, the quietly-commanding leader has achieved an unprecedented personal feat. 'I'm not quite sure it's sunk in yet,' said Little. 'I'm not sure it's quite going through the players' minds yet, just because we're so in the moment, but to win a Champions League with Arsenal will definitely go down in history as one of the best moments this club has ever had. 'To think about that is incredible. I'm sure the days after this day we will reflect on that and really see that.' Unseating Barca, who defended their 2023 title last year, was a tremendous team effort, played out in front of a sold-out crowd at the home of Sporting Lisbon, a venue where the Gunners faithful – estimated to be just under 5,000 strong in the dedicated supporters' section – were dwarfed by an overwhelming majority backing the Liga F champions. But an excellent defensive display, after the early nerves had settled, boosted belief, and Renee Slegers' side were unfazed after a first-half own goal charged to Barcelona's Irene Paredes was disallowed by VAR. The 36-year-old head coach's decision to bring on Blackstenius and Mead in the 67th and 68th minutes respectively then inspired the Gunners to victory. 'We knew coming into this game that we basically had to be perfect,' added Little. 'It's very special for me. I've been at the club a very long time and we have had incredible periods where we have been successful. 'The club won it in 2007 and I signed the year after that. To still be at the club now and see how much it has done to progress the women's game and invest in us as players and as a club, it is truly special to be sitting here now today off the back of winning the ultimate trophy for club football and it is definitely the best moment of my career.' Slegers, previously an assistant, took charge in October on an interim basis before she was appointed permanent successor to Jonas Eidevall in January. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CHAMPS BABYYYY 🏆 ❤️ — Beth Mead MBE (@bmeado9) May 24, 2025 'I'm so happy for everyone,' said the Dutch boss. 'Everything we have been asking for and all the months we've had and all the questions we've asked the players, that they got the reward today. 'The funny and the positive thing about everything, of course we're going to reflect, and take this all in, but I think there's even more in this team. 'That's almost the scary part of it, that we've achieved something enormous today, but there's even more to give in this team.'
The Herald Scotland
24-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Kim Little sure Arsenal Women's Champions League win will go down in history
Scot Little began the first of her two spells at Arsenal the year after that 2007 campaign – in which the Gunners sealed an historic quadruple – and, now 34, the quietly-commanding leader has achieved an unprecedented personal feat. 'I'm not quite sure it's sunk in yet,' said Little. 'I'm not sure it's quite going through the players' minds yet, just because we're so in the moment, but to win a Champions League with Arsenal will definitely go down in history as one of the best moments this club has ever had. 'To think about that is incredible. I'm sure the days after this day we will reflect on that and really see that.' Unseating Barca, who defended their 2023 title last year, was a tremendous team effort, played out in front of a sold-out crowd at the home of Sporting Lisbon, a venue where the Gunners faithful – estimated to be just under 5,000 strong in the dedicated supporters' section – were dwarfed by an overwhelming majority backing the Liga F champions. But an excellent defensive display, after the early nerves had settled, boosted belief, and Renee Slegers' side were unfazed after a first-half own goal charged to Barcelona's Irene Paredes was disallowed by VAR. The 36-year-old head coach's decision to bring on Blackstenius and Mead in the 67th and 68th minutes respectively then inspired the Gunners to victory. 'We knew coming into this game that we basically had to be perfect,' added Little. 'It's very special for me. I've been at the club a very long time and we have had incredible periods where we have been successful. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CHAMPS BABYYYY 🏆 ❤️ — Beth Mead MBE (@bmeado9) May 24, 2025 'The club won it in 2007 and I signed the year after that. To still be at the club now and see how much it has done to progress the women's game and invest in us as players and as a club, it is truly special to be sitting here now today off the back of winning the ultimate trophy for club football and it is definitely the best moment of my career.' Slegers, previously an assistant, took charge in October on an interim basis before she was appointed permanent successor to Jonas Eidevall in January. 'I'm so happy for everyone,' said the Dutch boss. 'Everything we have been asking for and all the months we've had and all the questions we've asked the players, that they got the reward today. 'The funny and the positive thing about everything, of course we're going to reflect, and take this all in, but I think there's even more in this team. 'That's almost the scary part of it, that we've achieved something enormous today, but there's even more to give in this team.'
South Wales Guardian
24-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Kim Little sure Arsenal Women's Champions League win will go down in history
The Gunners became the first English club to lift the trophy in 2007, which remained the only occasion an English team had done it until Saturday evening in Portugal, when Arsenal beat heavy favourites and defending champions Barca in blistering conditions after England forward Beth Mead teed up Sweden international and fellow second-half substitute Stina Blackstenius in the 74th minute. Scot Little began the first of her two spells at Arsenal the year after that 2007 campaign – in which the Gunners sealed an historic quadruple – and, now 34, the quietly-commanding leader has achieved an unprecedented personal feat. 'I'm not quite sure it's sunk in yet,' said Little. 'I'm not sure it's quite going through the players' minds yet, just because we're so in the moment, but to win a Champions League with Arsenal will definitely go down in history as one of the best moments this club has ever had. 'To think about that is incredible. I'm sure the days after this day we will reflect on that and really see that.' Unseating Barca, who defended their 2023 title last year, was a tremendous team effort, played out in front of a sold-out crowd at the home of Sporting Lisbon, a venue where the Gunners faithful – estimated to be just under 5,000 strong in the dedicated supporters' section – were dwarfed by an overwhelming majority backing the Liga F champions. But an excellent defensive display, after the early nerves had settled, boosted belief, and Renee Slegers' side were unfazed after a first-half own goal charged to Barcelona's Irene Paredes was disallowed by VAR. The 36-year-old head coach's decision to bring on Blackstenius and Mead in the 67th and 68th minutes respectively then inspired the Gunners to victory. 'We knew coming into this game that we basically had to be perfect,' added Little. 'It's very special for me. I've been at the club a very long time and we have had incredible periods where we have been successful. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CHAMPS BABYYYY 🏆 ❤️ — Beth Mead MBE (@bmeado9) May 24, 2025 'The club won it in 2007 and I signed the year after that. To still be at the club now and see how much it has done to progress the women's game and invest in us as players and as a club, it is truly special to be sitting here now today off the back of winning the ultimate trophy for club football and it is definitely the best moment of my career.' Slegers, previously an assistant, took charge in October on an interim basis before she was appointed permanent successor to Jonas Eidevall in January. 'I'm so happy for everyone,' said the Dutch boss. 'Everything we have been asking for and all the months we've had and all the questions we've asked the players, that they got the reward today. 'The funny and the positive thing about everything, of course we're going to reflect, and take this all in, but I think there's even more in this team. 'That's almost the scary part of it, that we've achieved something enormous today, but there's even more to give in this team.'
