Violence in Paris after Paris Saint-Germain wins UEFA Champions League final. Hundreds arrested.

Hundreds of people were detained by police in Paris after violence broke out following the victory of Paris Saint-Germain football club in the UEFA Champions League final. Thousands of supporters flooded the streets, vandalizing businesses and clashing with police. Police made 283 arrests by 1:30 a.m. Sunday.

Violence and Arrests

The violence swept through the capital late Saturday, with thousands of supporters letting off fireworks and flares. In the city’s upscale 8th Arrondissement neighborhood, a group attempted to storm a police station but were dispersed. Other cities in France also saw violence and arrests. French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said seven officers were injured in clashes across the country.

Reaction and Context

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen commented on the disorder, saying it was 'absolutely unacceptable.' Similar riots took place in Paris last May after Paris Saint-Germain’s victory at the previous Champions League final, resulting in more than 500 arrests and two deaths. Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a dramatic final in Budapest, becoming the first French club to win the competition twice.

Key points

• 283 arrests were made by police by 1:30 a.m. Sunday.
• Seven police officers were injured in clashes across the country.
• Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a dramatic final in Budapest.
• The team will have a victory parade at the Champ-de-Mars on Sunday afternoon.
• French President Emmanuel Macron will receive the team after the parade.
• More than 500 arrests and two deaths occurred in similar riots last May.