Clashes in France Following PSG Champions League Victory Result in Arrests and Injuries

Following the Champions League final where Paris St-Germain (PSG) defeated Arsenal, clashes between football fans and police in France resulted in 219 injuries, including eight serious cases, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez. A total of 780 arrests were made, with over 450 individuals in custody. The unrest disrupted public transport in Paris, where 6,000 police officers were deployed for crowd control. During the celebrations, which began peacefully at the Eiffel Tower, incidents of violence occurred, including the use of tear gas by police to disperse crowds. The Paris prosecutor's office reported that offences included attacks on officers and property, theft, and illegal possession of weapons. A 24-year-old man was found dead in an accident related to the unrest, and a teenager was reported in critical condition after a separate brawl. Minister Nuñez emphasized the need for maintaining public order while allowing freedom of assembly. Far-right leader Marine Le Pen commented on the violence following the football victory, highlighting concerns about public safety during such events.