Paris erupted after PSG beat Arsenal in a dramatic penalty shootout to claim the Champions League crown. Celebrations spilled onto the streets of Paris and other French cities, turning a historic win into a night of chaos. Authorities confirmed that a 24‑year‑old motorbike rider lost his life after the bike crashed into concrete blocks near Porte Maillot.

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said police were hurt and 219 people injured as mobs broke out in several places. He added that 780 people were detained nationwide, 480 in the Paris area alone. The violence included a 17‑year‑old left in a coma after a stabbing and a car crash that left another seriously wounded.

The mayor of Paris, Emmanuel Grégoire, praised the majority of celebrants for their unity but condemned the vandalism. He stated that the violence tarnishes the city’s image and that isolated acts do not diminish collective pride. Police seized 45 suspects, and prosecutors now pursue investigations to identify the perpetrators.

PSG’s triumph marks a historic moment for French football, yet the aftermath underscores the need for tighter crowd control. The incident mirrors last season’s unrest, where two people died and 192 were hurt. Authorities now face pressure to prevent a repeat of last night’s disorder while the club celebrates its first Champions League trophy.