'Paris must remain a city that knows how to celebrate major events'
Paris is facing challenges in organizing public celebrations, as seen in the recent decision to cancel a potential parade for Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory. This reflects a broader concern about the changing relationship with public festivities in France. The article questions whether the country still believes in its capacity to foster moments of collective joy.
- ▪Paris Saint-Germain supporters celebrated their team's Champions League final qualification near the Champs-Élysées.
- ▪The Paris Police Prefecture announced no parade would be held if PSG wins the final against Arsenal.
- ▪There is a growing concern about the changing nature of public celebrations in France.
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Supporters of Paris Saint-Germain celebrate their team's qualification for the UEFA Champions League final, near the Champs-Elysées, after the second leg of the semi-final against Bayern Munich, Paris, May 6, 2026. SIMON WOHLFAHRT/AFP On May 13, 1976, drought struck France as AS Saint-Étienne descended the Champs-Elysées after their defeat in the European Cup final against Bayern Munich. The atmosphere was festive: flowers were thrown to the "glorious losers," crucified on the square goalposts of Glasgow, Scotland. Organized by France Inter radio, the parade brought together both the crowd and the Saint-Étienne players. A few police officers escorted Dominique Rocheteau, Jean-Michel Larqué and Jacques Santini.
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