Celebrations and riots took place in Paris after PSG's victory in the Champions League

Mass celebrations and riots began in Paris after the victory of the French football club Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30. The Eiffel Tower was illuminated in the red and blue colors of the club, and the inscription "Champion" appeared on it.

"Paris police have deployed thousands of officers to control crowds in some of the city's hot spots," the Reuters news agency reported.

It is noted that about 20 thousand fans gathered on the Champs-Elysees, some of whom launched fireworks and flares. About 22,000 police officers were deployed to maintain order in France.

Favorable Safonov: Russian goalkeeper wins Champions League with PSG

Matvey took the main European club trophy again, now in the main squad.

PSG beat English Arsenal on May 30 and won the Champions League for the second time in a row. During the main time of the match, the teams scored one goal each. Kai Havertz from Arsenal opened the scoring in the sixth minute. Later, in the 65th minute, Ousmane Dembele helped the Parisians to win back and equalize the game. As a result, PSG became the winner, showing the best result in a penalty shootout.

PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov became the first Russian player to win the Champions League twice. For the 27-year-old goalkeeper, this title was the second in a row in the Paris club.