Paris Saint-Germain’s rise to the summit of European soccer is complete after a record-shattering 5-0 rout of Inter Milan in Saturday’s Champions League final.

The win set the largest margin of victory in the competition’s 70-year history and marked PSG’s long-awaited breakthrough in Europe’s elite tournament. Yet, questions remain: can they stay on top?

Youthful Core Ready to Dominate

PSG’s starting lineup boasted an average age of just 24.8, contrasting starkly with Inter’s aging side. Captain Marquinhos, at 31, was PSG’s oldest starter. Teenagers like Désiré Doué, Senny Mayulu, and Warren Zaire-Emery played key roles.

“We have a lot of young players—players who need to develop and I’m one of them,” said Doué, who scored twice and assisted another. “We’re always going to strive to get better.”

A New Era of Ambition

Coach Luis Enrique, who claimed his second Champions League title after Barcelona’s 2015 triumph, was quick to emphasize PSG’s ambition.

“We are going to continue to conquer the football world,” he declared, eyeing the Club World Cup next. “We want to finish the season with the cherry on the cake.”

Luis Enrique’s Masterclass

Luis Enrique has transformed PSG into Europe’s most dynamic team, outclassing heavyweights like Manchester City and Arsenal. His system—more collective than superstar-driven—proved too much even for Inter Milan.

Transfers: No Longer About Galacticos

While PSG’s recent dominance owes much to spending on world-class players, the team now focuses on targeted signings. The arrival of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from Napoli in January proved transformative, sparking PSG’s resurgence from near-elimination to champions.

Rivals: Can They Challenge?

Manchester City’s failure to defend its title highlights the difficulty of repeat success. Real Madrid, now led by Xabi Alonso, looks strong, while Liverpool and Barcelona are rebuilding. Yet, with its young, hungry squad, PSG starts next season as Europe’s team to beat.

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