The grand finale of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season is set for this Saturday, as Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan go head-to-head at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The clash promises high drama and elite football as both teams vie for the ultimate prize in European club football.
This marks PSG’s second appearance in a Champions League final, following their 2020 loss to Bayern Munich. Inter Milan, meanwhile, are chasing their fourth title and their first since 2010.
Road to the Final
Paris Saint-Germain, under the guidance of Luis Enrique, secured their place in the final with a composed 3-1 aggregate victory over Arsenal, sealing the deal with a 2-1 win in Paris.
Inter Milan earned their spot through a thrilling semifinal battle against Barcelona, edging the tie 7-6 on aggregate after extra time in the second leg. The Nerazzurri’s path to the final has been marked by resilience and standout performances against top-tier opponents.
Domestic Form
PSG dominated Ligue 1 this season, clinching the title with a 19-point cushion despite a dip in form towards the end. They capped off their domestic campaign with a 3-0 win over Reims in the French Cup final.
Inter Milan narrowly missed out on the Serie A title, finishing second to Napoli. Despite a final-day victory over Como, Napoli’s concurrent win against Cagliari kept Inter from reclaiming the Scudetto.
Team News
PSG head into the final with a clean bill of health. Luis Enrique has been able to rotate his squad following their early league triumph, ensuring freshness for the showdown in Munich.
Inter, however, are sweating on the fitness of Yann Bisseck (knee), Benjamin Pavard (ankle), and Piotr Zielinski (muscle injury). Manager Simone Inzaghi remains optimistic:
“My wish is to have everyone available on Saturday evening. We’re going to approach the final in the best possible way,” he said.
Historic First Meeting
This final marks the first-ever competitive encounter between PSG and Inter Milan. The two sides last met in a pre-season friendly in August 2023, where Inter secured a 2-1 win in Tokyo with a late goal from Stefano Sensi.
Venue and Prize
The Allianz Arena, home to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, will host the final. With a capacity of 75,000, it is set to provide a fitting backdrop for European football’s biggest night. This is the first time Germany has hosted the final since 2012.
The stakes are high: the winner will claim €20 million in prize money, while the runner-up will receive €15.5 million.
Form Guide
PSG (Last 5 matches, most recent last): W – W – W – W – L
Inter Milan (Last 5 matches, most recent last): W – D – W – W – W
As the final whistle draws near on the 2024/25 Champions League season, all eyes will be on Munich for a blockbuster clash between two European giants. Will PSG lift their first-ever Champions League trophy, or will Inter Milan return to the summit of European football for the first time in 15 years?
Kick-off promises a thrilling night of football.
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