PSG are legendary: French stars celebrate second consecutive Champions League title

Paris Saint-Germain has cemented its dynasty, clinching the Champions League title for the second year in a row after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Arsenal. The final, which ended 1-1 after 90 minutes with goals from Kai Havertz for Arsenal and Ousmane Dembélé for PSG, remained goalless through extra time before PSG's superior penalty-taking secured the win.

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It is a wonderful evening. We have worked hard to achieve two victories in a row, it is fantastic. We will enjoy this. The whole season has been difficult, we have had to handle a lot, but we are satisfied.

PSG's penalty scorers included Gonçalo Ramos, Désiré Doué, Achraf Hakimi, and Luis Beraldo, while David Raya saved Nuno Mendes' attempt. For Arsenal, Viktor Gyökeres, Declan Rice, and Gabriel Martinelli converted their penalties, but Eberechi Eze missed and Gabriel shot over the bar on the decisive kick.

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I am speechless, I don't know what to do. The first was exceptional, but we wanted more than anything to go for the second, and we managed it. Look at the fans! This is family, and I want to thank them so much, they mean so much! I love this club so much! And it's not over yet. Because we are going to work hard and go for the third title.

"I am speechless, I don't know what to do. The first was exceptional, but we wanted more than anything to go for the second, and we managed it," said a jubilant Doué, highlighting the team's drive and the importance of their fans. He added, "This is family, and I want to thank them so much, they mean so much! I love this club so much! And it's not over yet. Because we are going to work hard and go for the third title."

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What Luis Enrique has done in the last two years is simply incredible.

In France, stars like Dembélé, Doué, Warren Zaire Emery, Lucas Hernández, and Bradley Barcola, all part of the national squad for upcoming matches, are being hailed as legends. L'Équipe declared "PSG are legendary," while Le Parisien proclaimed, "Forever legendary." The team is set to be celebrated with a parade at the Champ de Mars near the Eiffel Tower and along the Champs-Élysées, followed by a meeting with President Emmanuel Macron.

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Even better than last year, because we knew before the match how difficult it would be to play against Arsenal. For us, as a team, as a city, it is incredible to win. I think it is deserved. The final was very hard-fought. Now it's time to celebrate with our fans!