Paris Saint-Germain has emerged as a dominant force in Europe, dispatching Inter Milan with ease in the Champions League final. Despite a history marked by past disappointments on the grandest stage, this talented squad showed from the very beginning that they were destined for victory.
Their confidence was evident from the opening kickoff, a deliberate punt down the flank, signalling to Inter: “Here`s the ball, we`ll reclaim it whenever we choose.” This set the tone for a performance brimming with authority.
For Inter, the inevitable realization of PSG`s superiority took about twenty minutes. Once two goals down, they understood the match was lost. The final score marked one of the most significant defeats in European Cup final history. While Federico Dimarco might be seen as a scapegoat, dwelling on moments like playing Hakimi onside or his positioning against Doue`s shot is futile. The outcome was predetermined; at this level of performance, PSG`s victory was assured regardless.
PSG`s excellence is multi-dimensional, making them virtually unmatched by any team other than perhaps Barcelona in 2025. Despite talk of a “post-superstar era” and their enormous wage bill, the team still boasts world-class players like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele, and Achraf Hakimi, even with Kylian Mbappe`s departure. While their success is a testament to a collective team ethos over individual stars, it`s important to acknowledge that coach Luis Enrique has a wealth of talent at his disposal.
