The biggest defeats in the Champions League final in history
The UEFA Champions League has delivered countless unforgettable nights, but few have been as one-sided as the 2025 final, where Paris Saint-Germain etched their name in history with the biggest Champions League final win ever recorded.
PSG’s 5-0 Triumph Over Inter Milan Sets New Record
On May 31, 2025, Paris Saint-Germain demolished Inter Milan with a resounding 5-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League final. This stunning result not only secured PSG’s first-ever European title, but also rewrote the record books by surpassing all previous margins of victory in a Champions League final since the competition was rebranded in 1992.
The star of the show was rising talent Désiré Doué, who delivered a world-class performance, scoring and assisting as PSG dismantled the Italian giants. The match, played with high intensity and clinical finishing, marked a historic moment for the Parisian club and its fans worldwide.
Previous Record: AC Milan’s 4-0 Over Barcelona in 1994
Before PSG’s historic triumph, the record for the biggest win in a Champions League final belonged to AC Milan, who crushed Barcelona 4-0 in the 1994 final in Athens. That Milan side, managed by Fabio Capello, is still remembered as one of the most dominant teams in European football history.
Big Final Wins in the European Cup Era
Long before the Champions League rebranding, the old European Cup also saw some astonishingly one-sided finals:
1960 – Real Madrid 7-3 Eintracht Frankfurt
Held at Hampden Park in Glasgow, this iconic match remains one of the most legendary European finals. With Alfredo Di Stéfano and Ferenc Puskás scoring at will, Real Madrid secured their fifth consecutive title in a final still celebrated today.
1974 – Bayern Munich 4-0 Atlético Madrid (Replay)
After the first leg ended 1-1 after extra time, a replay was required. Bayern made no mistake the second time, thumping Atlético to lift the trophy for the first time.
1989 – AC Milan 4-0 Steaua Bucharest
Milan once again showcased their dominance in 1989 with a powerful display, cementing their legacy under Arrigo Sacchi with a commanding win in the final.
A New Era of Dominance?
With PSG’s 5-0 win in the 2025 Champions League final, we may be witnessing the dawn of a new European powerhouse. This record-breaking victory has not only brought long-awaited glory to the French capital but also raised the bar for dominance in modern football finals.
