Enrique Reacts: PSG Win Champions League
- Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) claimed their first Champions League title, defeating Inter milan 5-0 in Munich.
- The Champions League final win was especially poignant for PSG coach Luis Enrique, as fans honored his late daughter Xana, who passed away from cancer in 2019.
- "It was very emotional at the end with the banner from the fans for my family.But I always think about my daughter."
Paris Saint-Germain’s historic Champions League triumph! In a stunning 5-0 victory over inter Milan, PSG secured their frist-ever Champions League title, completing a remarkable treble. The win was especially poignant for coach Luis Enrique, who dedicated the victory to his late daughter, Xana. Enrique’s guidance of the young team, following Kylian Mbappe’s departure, is a testament to his skill. The team celebrated in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower illuminated in their colors. This remarkable season makes headlines across News Directory 3. Inter Milan’s coach, Simone inzaghi, acknowledged the defeat, vowing a strong comeback. We take a closer look at what this means for both teams. Discover what’s next for them.
Paris Saint-Germain Wins First Champions League Title; Enrique Emotional After Tribute
Updated June 01, 2025
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) claimed their first Champions League title, defeating Inter milan 5-0 in Munich. The victory, fueled by Desire Doue’s two goals and additional scores from Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu, completed a historic treble for the French side, adding to their league and cup wins.
The Champions League final win was especially poignant for PSG coach Luis Enrique, as fans honored his late daughter Xana, who passed away from cancer in 2019. A tifo displayed by supporters moved Enrique deeply.
“I’m very happy,” Enrique said. “It was very emotional at the end with the banner from the fans for my family.But I always think about my daughter.”
Enrique, who joined PSG last July, has guided a young team to success following Kylian Mbappe’s departure. This marks his second treble as a manager, having previously achieved the feat with Barcelona in 2015.The PSG Champions League victory was celebrated in Paris, with the Eiffel tower illuminated in the team’s colors.
“Since day one, I said I wanted to win meaningful trophies, and Paris had never won the Champions League,” Enrique stated. “We did it for the first time. it’s a great feeling to make many people happy.” He emphasized maintaining calm under pressure to support his players, adding, “We prepared the final with the necessary calm to put the excitement in the right place. Now we can enjoy it; we can take the trophy back to Paris.”
Inter Milan’s coach, Simone Inzaghi, acknowledged his team’s defeat and vowed a strong comeback.”We need to learn from defeats and come out stronger,” Inzaghi said. “Paris deserved to win this game and the trophy.We’re disappointed, but the path to this point was great.”
“This hurts like the Istanbul final (2023 defeat to Manchester City). It’s a heavy defeat as it comes in a final. We can come out stronger from this defeat, like we did in 2023 and then won the league the following season.”
What’s next
PSG is poised to continue its dominance in French football and build upon its Champions League success,while Inter Milan aims to regroup and challenge for titles next season.