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Hindustan Times
32 minutes ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Stronger without Mbappe? Luis Enrique's verdict after PSG's Champions League success
Kylian Mbappe's blockbuster move to Real Madrid was a setback for Paris Saint-Germain. But Luis Enrique said that PSG is a much 'stronger' unit and the French outfit's 2-0 lead in the Champions League final against Inter Milan just speaks for the manager's confidence. Sans Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, and Achraf Hakimi powered PSG into the UCL final. The Moroccan put the Ligue 1 champs in front against Inter in the 12th minute before Desire Doue doubled their lead before half-time. Enrique, along with the players, celebrated the two strikes with excitement. Read More: Linkin Park set list: What did the band perform at the UEFA Champions League final? The former Barcelona manager took charge of PSG in July 2023, with a desire to deliver a Champions League title. Under the Spaniard, the team went from being underdogs to knocking out heavyweights like Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal en route to the final. Explaining how Mbappe's departure impacted the squad, Enrique told TNT Sports: 'I think it was a stimulus for all the team, for all the players, because we tried to manage the way we played. In that case, I have to say that everybody gets involved, everybody took the positive things.' He further added that 'as a team, we are very happy because I think we are better than last year on and off the ball, and that's important to us'. Handling Mbappe visibly frustrated Luis Enrique on several occasions. Clips of him asking the forward to commit defensively surfaced on social media. The manager was clearly urging PSG's then-star player to push his limits. The Ligue 1 outfit reached the UCL semifinals last season, but lost to Borussia Dortmund. In 2024-25, Mbappe moved to Real Madrid, and Carlo Ancelotti also struggled with his non-commitment towards defense. Arsenal beat the Spanish giants in the quarterfinals, with a margin of 5-1 over two legs.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Inter Milan vs PSG LIVE: Champions League Final updates, highlights, lineups, analysis
Paris Saint-Germain chase their first European Cup on Saturday when they meet battle-tested Serie A mainstays Inter Milan at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany. Les Parisiens have had a tremendous season, cruising to the Ligue 1 crown behind a young cast of stars led by manager Luis Enrique. Advertisement Inter Milan, meanwhile, came up just short in the scudetto race but would prefer the acclaim that would come from winning the Champions League in their second final over the past three seasons. We'll have live updates starting with lineups and then throughout the game, below. PSG vs Inter Milan live stream info, venue, start time Kick off time: 3pm ET Saturday (May 31) Venue: Allianz Arena — Munich, Germany TV/Streaming: Paramount+ PSG vs Inter Milan live score: 3pm ET kickoff Champions League Final live updates Paris Saint-Germain lineup Donnarumma, Mendes, Pacho, Marquinhos, Hakimi, Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves, Kvaratskhelia, Doue, Dembele Inter Milan lineup Sommer, Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni, Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco, Thuram, Martinez
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
PSG forced to barricade official club shop as stores shut in Paris amid looting fears ahead of Champions League final
A major Paris sporting event has also had to take extra security measures TALKING SHOP PSG forced to barricade official club shop as stores shut in Paris amid looting fears ahead of Champions League final PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN'S official club shop has been barricaded ahead of tonight's Champions League final. Luis Enrique's side are hoping to win their first ever European Cup as they take on Inter Milan in Munich this evening. 4 Paris Saint-Germain's club shop has been boarded up Credit: 4 Extra security measures have been taken in the French capital Credit: The much-anticipated match has sent fans into a frenzy back in Paris. As part of beefed-up security protocols going into the match, PSG have taken measures to avoid potential trouble. In footage shared by Agence de Presse, the Ligue 1 champions' official store on the Champs-Elysees can be seen being boarded up. They claim that this measure has been taken due to "looting fears". READ MORE IN FOOTBALL FINAL FRENZY Champions League travel chaos as fans block train and throw rocks Champions League final 24-25 LIVE Follow all the build-up and action from the Champions League final LIVE as it happens with SunSport's blog PSG's participation in the Champions League final has also sparked security concerns over at Roland Garros. French Open chiefs have beefed up security for this evening, with a Champions League watch party set to take place at the nearby Parc des Princes. While PSG take on Inter Milan, Novak Djokovic will battle Austrian Filip Misolic in the Roland Garros night session. Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said: 'The fact that there's the Champions League final won't change much for us anyway. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 4 Novak Djokovic is in action tonight in Paris Credit: Splash 'We are very happy for PSG. We're trying to do our job organising this tournament. 'Fifteen thousand people will come over here to watch tennis. We'll try to give them the best possible match. Champions League travel chaos erupts as fans block train and throw rocks and tear gas is deployed on board 'All around Roland Garros there will be police department teams that will be rolled out. Also safety arrangements will be set-up. "Outside the police department and prefecture have done everything, scheduled everything. They're used to that kind of event.' Over in Munich, there have been reports of fighting between fans ahead of the match. Per German outlet Bild, supporters have been seen lobbing stones at each other at Frottmaning station near the Allianz Arena. There have also been reports of travel disruption due to fans trespassing on train tracks.
NBC Sports
3 hours ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Inter Milan vs PSG LIVE: Champions League Final updates, highlights, lineups, analysis
Paris Saint-Germain chase their first European Cup on Saturday when they meet battle-tested Serie A mainstays Inter Milan at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany. Les Parisiens have had a tremendous season, cruising to the Ligue 1 crown behind a young cast of stars led by manager Luis Enrique. Inter Milan, meanwhile, came up just short in the scudetto race but would prefer the acclaim that would come from winning the Champions League in their second final over the past three seasons. We'll have live updates starting with lineups and then throughout the game, below. PSG vs Inter Milan live stream info, venue, start time Kick off time: 3pm ET Saturday (May 31) Venue: Allianz Arena — Munich, Germany TV/Streaming: Paramount+ PSG vs Inter Milan live score: 3pm ET kickoff Champions League Final live updates Paris Saint-Germain lineup Donnarumma, Mendes, Pacho, Marquinhos, Hakimi, Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves, Kvaratskhelia, Doue, Dembele Inter Milan lineup Sommer, Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni, Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco, Thuram, Martinez
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
PSG vs Inter Milan Live Updates, Champions League Final: PSG eye maiden UCL title, face three-time winner Inter
PSG vs Inter Milan Live Updates, Champions League Final: Paris Saint-Germain's French forward Ousmane Dembele celebrates a goal. PSG vs Inter Milan Live Updates, Champions League Final: PSG take on Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final, at the Allianz Arena on Sunday. The Ligue 1 giants will be aiming to win the maiden UCL title, and the Italians will be seeking their fourth trophy. Under head coach Luis Enrique, a young PSG side has taken Europe by storm, especially with a comeback win in January vs Manchester City. They have also knocked out three more Premier League sides - Liverpool, Aston Villa and Arsenal - en route to the final, and also won the Ligue 1 and cup double. Ousmane Dembele has been their main player, scoring 33 goals. If PSG win, they will also be the second French team (after Marseille's 1993 victory) to clinch the UCL trophy. ...Read More Speaking ahead of the match, Dembele said, 'There is a lot of pride in being here in the final. It hasn't been easy, but it's exceptional to be here in Munich. We know how excited the people of Paris are about this match. We are approaching this final with a lot of seriousness but also a lot of joy. We will have to control our emotions. We're excited, but we need to stay calm and focused. We need to smile too, because these are incredible moments. I think that will be one of the keys to tomorrow's match.' Inter, on the other hand, are the last Serie A winners in the Champions League, when Jose Mourinho's side beat Bayern Munich in 2010. Meanwhile, head coach Simone Inzaghi has already seen them reach the final once, two years ago, where they lost to City. The Serie A side also beat Bayern in the quarters and favourites Barcelona in the semi-finals. Follow all the updates here: May 31, 2025 11:30 PM IST PSG vs Inter Milan Live Updates, Champions League Final: Hello and welcome everyone! PSG take on Inter Milan in the Champions League final, and all eyes will be on the Ligue 1 side who will be seeking their maiden UCL title. But don't count out Inter too, they are three-time winners!
