Hundreds arrested in France following PSG's Champions League victory celebration
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Following Paris Saint-Germain's victory over Arsenal, massive celebrations erupted across France. Thousands of law enforcement officers were deployed to manage the situation as fans engaged in rowdy behaviors, including firing flares. The unrest led to hundreds of arrests as police attempted to restore order amid the chaotic celebrations. The events unfolded in various cities, highlighting the passionate response of PSG supporters.
- •PSG defeated Arsenal in the Champions League.
- •Countless fans celebrated across France.
- •Police responded with thousands of officers.
- •Hundreds were arrested due to disturbances.
- •Flares were set off during the celebrations.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
- 2:04 AMBBC Sport — Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
"Hundreds of arrests have been made across France in the aftermath of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League final victory over Arsenal.
"Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
"Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 2:04 AMHundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
- BBC SportMay 31, 2026, 2:04 AMHundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
- Sky Sports Football—Hundreds arrested in France as clashes disrupt PSG celebrations
Hundreds of arrests have been made across France in the aftermath of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League final victory over Arsenal.
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