Trending 
France has recorded nearly 900 arrests following violent disturbances that erupted during celebrations after French champions, Paris Saint-Germain, secured a second consecutive UEFA Champions League title over the weekend.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said authorities had made more than 890 arrests, marking a sharp increase from the previous year.
Speaking to broadcaster France Inter, he noted that the figure represented a 45 per cent rise compared with last year’s celebrations. He also disclosed that nearly 180 law enforcement officers sustained injuries during the unrest.
What began as jubilant celebrations of PSG’s latest European triumph quickly descended into disorder in parts of Paris and several other cities. Clashes broke out between youths and police, with reports of vehicles set ablaze, shops looted, and widespread public disorder disrupting festivities.
The unrest cast a shadow over what was meant to be a moment of national sporting pride. On Sunday evening, French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed the victorious PSG squad to the Élysée Palace, praising the club’s achievement while strongly condemning the violence linked to the celebrations.
Macron described PSG as an “immense pride” for France but denounced what he called “unspeakable” acts of violence. Expressing frustration over the recurring scenes of disorder tied to major football celebrations, the French leader declared: “Enough. We are fed up,” stressing that the disturbances did not reflect the spirit of the sport or the values associated with football.
Authorities also confirmed fatalities and violent incidents connected to the celebrations. One man died while riding his motorcycle around the Paris ring road in celebration of the club’s victory. Officials further reported several stabbings and other attacks linked to the disorder.
