Macron on PSG's Champions League Win: "We Share This Pride with Qatar, Spain, and Morocco"
T.E (Elbotola)
01 June 2026at09:24
French President Emmanuel Macron spoke about Paris Saint-Germain's victory in the UEFA Champions League, expressing his pride in all the players in the team.
Macron stated in his address: "I can tell you that all of France is proud of you. And as I said, we share this pride with Qatar, Spain, and a little with Morocco, and with other countries naturally linked to your players. But this is great pride for the entire nation."
Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi plays for Paris Saint-Germain and contributed to the club's Champions League triumph.
Paris Saint-Germain secured the title after defeating Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout, following a draw at the end of regular and extra time.
Q&A
What did President Macron say about PSG's Champions League victory?
President Macron expressed immense pride in Paris Saint-Germain's UEFA Champions League triumph, stating that all of France shared this feeling. He specifically mentioned sharing this pride with Qatar, Spain, and Morocco, acknowledging the international connections of the team's players.
Why did President Macron specifically mention Qatar, Spain, and Morocco?
President Macron mentioned Qatar, Spain, and Morocco because these nations are naturally linked to Paris Saint-Germain's players, reflecting the diverse international composition of the team. This highlights the global nature of the club's success and its reach beyond France.
How did Paris Saint-Germain secure their Champions League title?
Paris Saint-Germain secured their Champions League title by defeating Arsenal in a dramatic penalty shootout. The match ended in a draw after both regular and extra time, leading to the decisive shootout where PSG emerged victorious with a score of 4-3.
