In a shocking turn of events, Inter Milan suffered a devastating 5-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 UEFA Champions League Final on Saturday. This defeat marks the largest goal margin ever recorded in a major European tournament final, according to statistics provider Opta.
The match, held in Munich, saw PSG dominate from the start. Former Inter defender Achraf Hakimi opened the scoring just 12 minutes into the game, followed by Desiré Doué doubling the lead at the 20-minute mark. The second half proved even more disastrous for Inter, as PSG added three more goals to their tally.
This loss not only ended Inter`s 2024-25 campaign without any trophies but also etched their name in the record books for the wrong reasons. The defeat surpasses all previous margins in single-game finals of major European competitions.
Former Serie A and West Ham striker Paolo Di Canio harshly criticized Inter`s performance during the half-time break, describing it as “unacceptable, incomprehensible, and intolerable.” However, the team`s showing in the second half proved even more disappointing.
Despite this setback, Inter will soon return to action as one of the Serie A clubs representing Italy in the upcoming Club World Cup. This quick turnaround gives the team an opportunity to redeem themselves on the global stage.
The result serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of football and the potential for unexpected outcomes in high-stakes matches. It also highlights PSG`s growing dominance in European football, as they claim their first Champions League title in emphatic fashion.