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Washington Post
4 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
79 detained as more violence disrupts PSG's Champions League celebrations
PARIS — French authorities detained an additional 79 people as violence continued to disrupt PSG's celebrations of its historic Champions League title , the Paris police chief said on Monday. After more than 100,000 people welcomed the return of PSG players to the French capital following their 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan in the Champions League final on Saturday, a second night of scattered incidents ensued.
The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Paris St Germain victory parade in Paris to go ahead despite clashes with police
During a press conference on Sunday, Paris Police chief Laurent Nunez revealed 192 civilians were injured in addition to nine police officers suffering 'light injuries', whilst the death of a 24-year-old man following a collision with a car is being investigated. Fans celebrate PSG's victory on the Champs-Elysees (Aurelien Morissard/AP) 'We are not sure yet whether it is linked to celebrations last night, but an investigation is open, Nunez said. 'This is just half time for us because the PSG players are coming to Paris. We have important work this afternoon. 'We have a cap on the amount of people that can come in. There are 100,000 people that can come in. After that, we can't bring any more people in. Paris St Germain celebrate with the trophy (Mike Egerton/PA) 'There will be a celebration around the Parc des Princes as well and the players will be at the Parc des Princes to meet their fans. 'There again we are expecting some clashes, some scuffles and we will be there and we will be very strong in our response against the vandals, against the thieves who have a go at the police officers. 'We will not tolerate any abuse today and the fans who want to enjoy the parade, can do so safely.' Les vrais supporters du PSG sont en train de s'enthousiasmer devant le magnifique match de leur équipe. Pendant ce temps là, des barbares sont venus dans les rues de Paris pour commettre des délits et provoquer les forces de l'ordre. J'ai demandé aux forces de sécurité… — Bruno Retailleau (@BrunoRetailleau) May 31, 2025 The French interior ministry said 559 arrests were made across France during celebrations after Paris Saint Germain's win, whilst a 17-year-old is reported to have died following a stabbing in Dax. 'The true PSG supporters are getting excited watching their team's magnificent match. Meanwhile, barbarians have taken to the streets of Paris to commit crimes and provoke law enforcement,' French interior minister Bruno Retailleau wrote on X. 'I have asked the internal security forces to respond with vigor to these offences. 'I offer my support to the Police Prefect and all the police officers who are ensuring everyone's safety. It is unacceptable that it is not possible to celebrate without fearing the savagery of a minority of thugs who respect nothing.'
The Sun
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Inside vast Champions League security op with 5,000 cops, riot units & ring of steel…& that's NOT even in host Munich
A MAJOR security operation with riot cops and a ring of steel is being mobilised for the final PSG vs Inter Milan Champions League showdown - but it is 500 miles away from the host city. Security officials are on high alert as thousands of fans are expected to flock to Munich to witness the European football season's epic climax. 12 12 12 12 But a separate security operation will take place in Paris, where footie fans are equally charged up as they continue to cheer for their home team PSG. The French capital will deploy 5,400 police officers for Saturday's final game, Paris police chief Laurent Nunez said. Although the match will be held in Munich, a PSG victory would be expected to spark celebrations in the club's home city, which could escalate into disturbances. Just like the violent clashes that broke out in the streets of Paris several hours after the semi-final match between PSG and Arsenal. To tackle this, police units will be deployed alongside "mobile gendarmes", which are French mobile police units. Many of the officers will be on the watch around the capital's Champs-Élysées avenue, where fans are expected to take to the streets if their home team lifts the cup tomorrow. Cops are expected to shut down the traffic near the venue, and constant camera surveillance will be activated. Security will also be beefed up around Parc des Princes, PSG's home stadium on the southwestern edge of the city, the Paris police chief added. Nunez said: "We have a large network throughout the metropolitan area. So yes, a massive deployment in the capital and its metropolitan area with 5,400 personnel mobilised. "We have called up personnel from the police headquarters, and the Minister of State has placed numerous mobile forces, CRS [riot police] and mobile gendarmes at my disposal. Everyone is on deck." Shocking footage from just hours after the PSG vs Arsenal match showed a car ploughing into a crowd of football fans before being torched. The burning wreck of the vehicle can be seen on Rue Christophe-Colomb, close to the Champs-Elysées. Young PSG supporters were seen confronting riot police. There were reports that some targeted even shops and banks, leaving the windows smashed. A Paris Police Prefecture spokesperson said at least "43 people were arrested during the PSG victory celebrations", mainly for public order offences. Meanwhile, cops in the host city of Munich are also bracing up for the high-stakes final game. An increased police presence is expected throughout the city, with more than 2,000 special police officers deployed around key areas. 12 12 12 12 This include the massive Allianz Arena stadium, where the match will take place and the Olympic Park, where thousands of fans will gather for a free public viewing. A German police spokesperson said: "It is to be expected that high-risk individuals will be here. But we are well prepared. "The Italian fans in particular have a certain potential. Therefore, the match has been assessed as a high-risk match." Units of Bavarian riot police will be deployed to tackle any chaos. Hawk-eyed undercover cops will comb through the area while mobile and fixed barriers in different positions will be built throughout. The barriers are designed to help prevent car rammings similar to the one witnessed in Liverpool last week during a Premier League victory parade, which left 79 people injured. There has been a spate of violence in recent weeks surrounding big football matches. Shocking scenes of violence erupted in Poland just hours before the Conference League final between Chelsea and Real Betis kicked off. British and Spanish football fans were seen brawling in the streets, launching bottles and smoke grenades and even being pushed back by police water cannons. The ugly scenes have kicked off mainly near the fanzone in Wroclaw - where the final was held - with riot police forced to defuse the violence. Just hours before kickoff, the fighting spilt over when fans started kicking and throwing flares into each other's camps. 12 12 12 12 Soon, chairs were hurtling through the air as the fans squared up to each other before police, some armed with guns, came to separate them. Cops were even forced to hurl powerful water cannons at Chelsea supporters, according to footage on social media. Last week, Bilbao launched its biggest security operation to maintain law and order during the ultimate Spurs vs Manchester United showdown. Spanish security officials were on high alert and had deployed a ring of steel to fortify the San Mames Stadium as brawls had broken out and streets had been rashed ahead of the final. Shocking images showed Brit fans tearing down traffic lights, vomiting in the city's streets and chucking bottles, vapes and cans around. Local media reported that some footie fanatics have become "difficult to control". PSG and Inter Milan are both chasing the grandest prize in Europe, but only one of them can go home with the riches. Luis Enrique's side saw off Arsenal in the semi-final, having already knocked out Liverpool and Aston Villa in the round of 16 and quarter-final respectively. Simone Inzaghi managed one of the most thrilling ties of all-time against Barcelona, with the Italians knocking out the La Liga winners 7-6 on aggregate.
