Doué Shines as PSG Crush Inter Milan in Munich
Paris Saint-Germain finally did it. After years of heartbreak and near-misses, the French giants stormed to their first ever Champions League crown, obliterating Inter Milan 5-0 in Munich. But forget the scoreline for a second—the night truly belonged to 19-year-old Désiré Doué. On football’s biggest stage, the young midfielder didn’t just play; he owned it, bagging two quick-fire goals and an assist in a performance people will talk about for ages.
From the whistle, PSG looked like a team on a mission. Doué wasted no time, finding the net within the opening minutes before setting up a ruthless finish. By the 20-minute mark, Inter’s normally rock-solid defense looked rattled and stunned. Ousmane Dembélé buzzed around their back line, forcing mistakes and keeping the pressure high. It wasn’t just about the goals—PSG’s relentless pressing and sharp movement forced Inter into panic mode, and the Italians never recovered.
Coach Luis Enrique’s blueprint was clear: suffocate Inter, control possession, and pounce on their errors. It worked to perfection. Several times, Inter tried to play out from the back, only to be swarmed by PSG’s high press. Every time PSG surged forward, Doué found space, linking up play and getting stuck in defensively. By halftime, PSG were cruising and Inter looked beaten, with even the neutrals in Munich getting swept up in the spectacle.
Breaking Records and New Heroes at PSG
Doué’s individual stats sparkle even more when you realize he matched a record once set by Cristiano Ronaldo for goal involvement at such a young age in a Champions League final. His name is now etched in football history alongside some of the game’s greats. Analysts praised not just his attacking output, but also his maturity—rare for a teenager under such bright lights. Alongside Doué, teammates like Vitinha pulled the strings in midfield, making sure Inter never found their rhythm.
The scenes after the final whistle? Pure joy. Luis Enrique, often measured in victory, was visibly moved as fans paid tribute to his family during wild celebrations. He spoke about preparing his players to handle the nerves: "We prepared the final with the necessary calm to put the excitement in the right place." The squad’s unity was clear in the way they hugged Doué, lifted their coach, and sang with the traveling supporters. For Vitinha, hoisting the trophy was the moment he’d dreamed about, a feeling shared by everyone in blue and red that night.
PSG’s emphatic win wasn’t just another trophy—it was a statement. The doubters, the years of coming up short, all washed away in a flood of goals and celebrations. As for Doué, it’s hard to imagine a bigger breakthrough on a bigger night. PSG fans will be replaying those moments for years, knowing their 19-year-old star is just getting started.
Jun, 1 2025