In Munich’s Allianz Arena, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) builds a 4-0 thrashing against Internazionale in the 2024/25 Champions League final on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 4:00 PM. With goals from Kvaratskhelia, Doué (twice), and Hakimi, the Parisians dominate the match, which continues in the second half at the 29-minute mark. The game, marked by PSG’s intensity, unfolds before thousands of fans in Germany, with the French side controlling possession and pressing Inter’s defense. Despite substitutions, Inter struggles to react. The clash determines the season’s champion, with PSG closing in on the unprecedented title.
The match began evenly, with both teams seeking attacking opportunities. However, PSG quickly imposed their rhythm, capitalizing on their players’ speed. Inter had moments of possession but failed to convert into clear chances.
- Key first-half highlights:
- PSG with 61% possession and 13 shots.
- Inter with only two shots and 82% passing accuracy.
- Doué, with a goal and an assist, was the standout of the first 45 minutes.
The Parisian crowd roars in the stands, while Inter’s fans try to keep spirits high. The second half promises more excitement, with PSG in the lead and Inter needing a comeback.
Parisian dominance in the first half
PSG took the field with a clear strategy: press Inter’s ball distribution and exploit their attackers’ speed. From the opening minutes, the French side controlled possession, reaching 59% by the 24th minute of the first half and climbing to 61% by the end. Kvaratskhelia and Dembélé created key plays down the left, while Doué stood out with movement and precision.
At the 25th minute of the first half, Doué assisted Hakimi’s opening goal. The 19-year-old, celebrated by Luis Enrique, shone again by scoring the second goal after a Dembélé play. Inter, despite attempts from Lautaro and Thuram, found no gaps in PSG’s defense, led by Marquinhos.
- PSG’s first-half numbers:
- 407 passes with 91% accuracy.
- Three corners won.
- 13 shots, compared to Inter’s two.
PSG’s high pressing disrupted Inter’s build-up play, forcing errors and long balls.
SCENES 😭
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 31, 2025
Rout solidifies in the second half
The second half started with PSG maintaining their momentum. At the 17th minute, Doué scored his second goal, following a Vitinha pass in a counterattack sparked by Dembélé. The play, featuring a backheel, electrified the Munich crowd. Kvaratskhelia, at the 27th minute, extended the lead to 4-0 with a precise shot after a Dembélé through ball.
Inter attempted a response with substitutions, including Zalewski, Bisseck, and Carlos Augusto, but the changes had little immediate impact. The Italian defense, with Acerbi and Pavard, accumulated errors, while Sommer couldn’t stop the goals.
Key match moments
The match timeline highlights the pivotal plays that built PSG’s lead:
- 25’ 1T: Hakimi opens the scoring with a Doué assist, following a right-wing move.
- 25’ 1T: Doué scores the second, capitalizing on a Dembélé pass.
- 17’ 2T: Doué nets the third in a counterattack with a Vitinha pass.
- 27’ 2T: Kvaratskhelia seals the rout with a placed shot.
- 24’ 2T: Barcola wastes a clear chance, shooting over after a loose ball in the box.
These moments underscore PSG’s dominance, as they capitalized on created opportunities.
On-field reactions
Inter, visibly shaken, saw their players receive yellow cards for tough fouls. Acerbi, Thuram, Zalewski, and coach Simone Inzaghi were booked, reflecting Italian frustration. On PSG’s side, Doué also received a yellow, but the team maintained tactical discipline.
The Italian crowd, which started with chants, fell silent after the third goal. Meanwhile, PSG fans erupted with each play, especially Doué’s performance, who was applauded upon his substitution for Barcola at the 20th minute of the second half.
High pressing and Inter’s errors
PSG’s strategy of pressing Inter’s build-up play proved effective. The Italians, with only 161 passes in the first half, resorted to long balls without success. Barella and Çalhanoglu tried to organize the midfield but were stifled by Fabián Ruiz and João Neves’ marking.
At the 15th minute of the second half, Bisseck felt thigh pain, raising concerns on Inter’s bench. Despite more possession early in the second half, Inter created no clear chances, with Donnarumma intercepting crosses and the defense clearing dangers.
- Inter’s struggles:
- Only 82% passing accuracy.
- Two shots in the first half.
- Five yellow cards by the 29th minute of the second half.
Individual standouts
Kvaratskhelia, with a goal and decisive plays, was a key figure in PSG’s attack. The Georgian exploited spaces left by Inter’s defense, especially in the fourth goal. Doué, with two goals and an assist, confirmed his potential as a young star. Dembélé, with precise passes, also stood out.
For Inter, Thuram tried to create danger but lacked support. Lautaro, tightly marked, had a quiet game. Sommer, despite conceding four goals, made key saves, like stopping Fabián Ruiz’s shot in the first half.
Aerial play and set pieces
PSG dominated set pieces, with three corners in the first half and one in the second. Nuno Mendes and Vitinha executed rehearsed plays but without direct conversions. Inter, with two first-half corners, had a chance with Thuram, who headed wide at the 36th minute.
- PSG’s set pieces:
- Three corners in the first half.
- One second-half corner, with a Hakimi deflection.
- Rehearsed plays led by Nuno Mendes.
Inter, despite attempting crosses, lacked effectiveness in aerial play.
Tactical movement
Luis Enrique banked on quick transitions, with Doué and Kvaratskhelia wide and Vitinha orchestrating the midfield. Inter, under Inzaghi, tried a three-man backline but struggled with PSG’s speed. Italian substitutions, like Darmian and Carlos Augusto, aimed to bolster the flanks, but PSG kept dominating.
At the 26th minute of the second half, PSG controlled possession, while Inter tried to press without success. The game continued with the French side closer to extending the scoreline.
Crowd and atmosphere
The packed Allianz Arena saw PSG’s fans create a spectacle with chants and flags. Inter’s supporters, after the third goal, reduced their backing, with many showing disappointment. Inter’s melancholic mood contrasted with the Parisian celebration.
Match numbers
PSG reached the final averaging 8.6 shots per game in the 2024/25 Champions League, against Inter’s 6.4. The French side also led in corners (6.3 per game) and passing accuracy. Inter, with 2.1 yellow cards per match, confirmed their booking trend in the duel.
- Statistical comparison:
- PSG: 8.6 shots, 6.3 corners, 0.9 yellow cards per game.
- Inter: 6.4 shots, 3.1 corners, 2.1 yellow cards per game.
- PSG with one expulsion in the season; Inter with none.
The match, at the 29th minute of the second half, continues with PSG in full control, while Inter searches for a way to react.
⏱️ 64' – A brace! 🤩⚽️⚽️#UCLfinal pic.twitter.com/Ph6KG4Czb9
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 31, 2025
Bisseck and Zalewski replace Pavard and Dimarco 🔄#ForzaInter #UCLFinal #ParisInter
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter_en) May 31, 2025
45 minutes to go! 👊#UCLfinal (2-0) pic.twitter.com/ji8P5QRLUK
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 31, 2025
Thuram comes close! 🤏 #ForzaInter #UCLFinal #ParisInter pic.twitter.com/rod9Li4fHi
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter_en) May 31, 2025
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— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 31, 2025
🗣️#UCLfinal pic.twitter.com/07elpBma4S
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 31, 2025
Together. #ForzaInter #UCLFinal #ParisInter pic.twitter.com/GhAYsmCA90
— Inter ⭐⭐ (@Inter_en) May 31, 2025
