The stage is set for a titanic clash in Munich as Paris Saint-Germain take on Inter Milan in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League final at the 75,000-capacity Allianz Arena on Saturday.
This eagerly awaited showdown marks PSG’s second-ever appearance in the final, following their 2020 loss to Bayern Munich. Inter Milan, meanwhile, are chasing their fourth Champions League title, having last lifted the trophy in 2010.
Road to the Final
PSG reached the final after dispatching Arsenal 3-1 on aggregate, clinching a 2-1 home win in the second leg. Inter Milan earned their place with a dramatic 7-6 aggregate victory over Barcelona, sealed in extra time of the second leg.
Domestic Form
PSG dominated Ligue 1 this season, clinching the title with a 19-point margin and finishing strong with a 3-0 win over Reims in the French Cup final. Inter Milan, on the other hand, narrowly missed out on the Serie A crown, finishing second to Napoli despite a final-day win over Como.
Team News
PSG boss Luis Enrique has a fully fit squad, having rotated players after securing the league title early. Inter, managed by Simone Inzaghi, face late fitness tests for Yann Bisseck, Benjamin Pavard, and Piotr Zielinski, though Inzaghi remains optimistic about their availability.
Historic Encounter
This final marks the first competitive meeting between PSG and Inter Milan. Their last clash came in a pre-season friendly in August 2023, where Inter edged a 2-1 win in Tokyo.
Venue and Prize
Hosted at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena, this is the first Champions League final in Germany since 2012. The winner will receive €20 million in prize money, with €15.5 million reserved for the runner-up.
Recent Form
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PSG (last five matches): W-W-W-W-L
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Inter Milan (last five matches): W-D-W-W-W
As kickoff approaches, both sides are poised to deliver a thrilling finale to the European football season. With pride, legacy, and millions at stake, all eyes turn to Munich for what promises to be a memorable night of football.
