Paris police arrest over 130 people in wild scenes after PSG wins Champions League
Paris police arrested over 130 people following chaotic celebrations after Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory. Thousands of officers were deployed to manage the crowds, which turned violent in several areas of the city. Authorities used tear gas to disperse fans who were damaging property and clashing with police.
- ▪Over 130 people were arrested by Paris police during celebrations for PSG's Champions League win.
- ▪Authorities deployed 22,000 police officers to maintain order and prevent violence.
- ▪The celebrations escalated with fans damaging vehicles and storefronts, prompting police to use tear gas.
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Soccer Paris police arrest over 130 people in wild scenes after PSG wins Champions League By Thomas Gamba-Ellis Published May 30, 2026, 8:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Celebrations from Paris Saint-Germain fans following their second straight Champions League title win got out of hand quickly. Paris police deployed thousands of police officers throughout the city in an attempt to control crowds after PSG’s shootout victory over Arsenal on Saturday. Authorities had to use tear gas while arresting over 130 people as of 11 p.m. local time at hot spots throughout the French city, The Guardian reported. 5 A man rides a bicycle past a burning barricade in Paris on May 30, 2026.
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