Shocking moment car ploughs into PSG fans and is set on FIRE as violence erupts on streets of Paris after Arsenal clash
THIS is the dramatic moment a car rammed into football fans celebrating PSG’s Champions League victory – before being torched in the street. Violent clashes broke out in the streets of Paris several hours after Wednesday’s semi-final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. AFPPSG supporters set off flares and fireworks after the club’s win against Arsenal on Wednesday[/caption] APFans can be seen cheering on the Champs-Elysees avenue in Paris[/caption] AFPFans celebrated goals by climbing onto buses[/caption] Entire streets were tear-gassed Shocking footage shows a car ploughing into a crowd of football fans as dozens kick it in retaliation in the early hours of Thursday. The burning wreck of the vehicle can be seen on Rue Christophe-Colomb, close to the Champs-Elysées. When the car explodes, cheers are heard from those in the crowd. Reports say at least three people were left injured by the car – one of which is in hospital in critical condition. Youths who appear to be supporting PSG can be seen confronting riot police. There are reports that some targeted shops and banks by smashing windows. A Paris Police Prefecture spokesperson said at least “43 people were arrested during the PSG victory celebrations”, mainly for public order offences. He added that a full investigation was underway in relation to the car which drove into and injured fans. A police source said on Wednesday night: “The worst incident so far involved a car apparently being driven into a group of PSG fans. “At least three supporters were injured, one seriously, and others were sent flying. “A gang then chased the car, setting it on fire and leaving it to burn after they forced it to stop in a side street.” It was not immediately clear who had been driving the high-end car, after those inside were seen running away, the source added. Earlier, riot police tear-gassed an entire street of fans, with reports of shots fired before kick-off. Tension had been building across Paris all day, and two hours before the match, fans gathered near the Parc des Princes. Clashes with riot police broke out, with videos showing PSG supporters being pushed with shields and tear gas being deployed. Chaotic scenes unfolded as fans fled from police, covering their mouths with scarves. A French reporter claimed “entire streets were tear-gassed by police” after fireworks were let off. As the trouble continued, checkpoints around the stadium were “reinforced” to stop ticket-less fans from approaching. During the match, PSG fans flooded the Parisian streets, with hundreds surrounding a bus and some attempting to climb aboard in celebration after their side scored. More tear gas was fired, and what sounded like shots were heard as objects were thrown back at cops in shocking scenes. It is not clear what the shots were fired from or if they were fireworks. It has been reported that 2,000 extra police officers and gendarmes were deployed beforehand. The rioting is believed to be linked to the Paris side, who won the tie 2-1 on the night and 3-1 on aggregate. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS It comes after Arsenal fans were warned to be “vigilant” in Paris amid fears of clashes with PSG’s notorious ultras. The 2,000 travelling Gunners were all given a free red and white scarf when collecting their tickets in the French capital. Though there have been concerns that wearing the scarves around the city could prove dangerous and put a “target on their back”. Arsenal fans were advised by the club to “take sensible precautions” in Paris and not visit the Auteuil suburb where the Ultras meet. A statement read: “Supporters are strongly advised to avoid the Auteuil suburb of Paris and should take note of this when travelling to the Parc des Princes on match day. “Street crime, including pickpocketing, can take place in Paris. Supporters are advised to be vigilant, take sensible precautions and ensure they have valid travel insurance. “Supporters are strongly advised not to use line 10 on the metro system which would result in supporters exiting the metro system in Auteuil.” Football-related violence has become an increasingly serious problem for the French authorities in recent years, with hooligan firms associating themselves with leading clubs, including PSG. Police are bracing themselves for the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan in Munich on May 31. La situation dégénère à l'extérieur du Parc des Princes après l'ouverture du score.Intervention de la police après qu'un bus a été entouré par les supporters. Utilisation de grenade lacrymogène.#PSGARS #psgarsenal pic.twitter.com/hZQj7Wm5XZ— Luc Auffret (@LucAuffret) May 7, 2025 AFPPSG fans clashed with police ahead of the match[/caption] AFPArsenal fans w
THIS is the dramatic moment a car rammed into football fans celebrating PSG’s Champions League victory – before being torched in the street.
Violent clashes broke out in the streets of Paris several hours after Wednesday’s semi-final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal.
Shocking footage shows a car ploughing into a crowd of football fans as dozens kick it in retaliation in the early hours of Thursday.
The burning wreck of the vehicle can be seen on Rue Christophe-Colomb, close to the Champs-Elysées.
When the car explodes, cheers are heard from those in the crowd.
Reports say at least three people were left injured by the car – one of which is in hospital in critical condition.
Youths who appear to be supporting PSG can be seen confronting riot police.
There are reports that some targeted shops and banks by smashing windows.
A Paris Police Prefecture spokesperson said at least “43 people were arrested during the PSG victory celebrations”, mainly for public order offences.
He added that a full investigation was underway in relation to the car which drove into and injured fans.
A police source said on Wednesday night: “The worst incident so far involved a car apparently being driven into a group of PSG fans.
“At least three supporters were injured, one seriously, and others were sent flying.
“A gang then chased the car, setting it on fire and leaving it to burn after they forced it to stop in a side street.”
It was not immediately clear who had been driving the high-end car, after those inside were seen running away, the source added.
Earlier, riot police tear-gassed an entire street of fans, with reports of shots fired before kick-off.
Tension had been building across Paris all day, and two hours before the match, fans gathered near the Parc des Princes.
Clashes with riot police broke out, with videos showing PSG supporters being pushed with shields and tear gas being deployed.
Chaotic scenes unfolded as fans fled from police, covering their mouths with scarves.
A French reporter claimed “entire streets were tear-gassed by police” after fireworks were let off.
As the trouble continued, checkpoints around the stadium were “reinforced” to stop ticket-less fans from approaching.
During the match, PSG fans flooded the Parisian streets, with hundreds surrounding a bus and some attempting to climb aboard in celebration after their side scored.
More tear gas was fired, and what sounded like shots were heard as objects were thrown back at cops in shocking scenes.
It is not clear what the shots were fired from or if they were fireworks.
It has been reported that 2,000 extra police officers and gendarmes were deployed beforehand.
The rioting is believed to be linked to the Paris side, who won the tie 2-1 on the night and 3-1 on aggregate.
It comes after Arsenal fans were warned to be “vigilant” in Paris amid fears of clashes with PSG’s notorious ultras.
The 2,000 travelling Gunners were all given a free red and white scarf when collecting their tickets in the French capital.
Though there have been concerns that wearing the scarves around the city could prove dangerous and put a “target on their back”.
Arsenal fans were advised by the club to “take sensible precautions” in Paris and not visit the Auteuil suburb where the Ultras meet.
A statement read: “Supporters are strongly advised to avoid the Auteuil suburb of Paris and should take note of this when travelling to the Parc des Princes on match day.
“Street crime, including pickpocketing, can take place in Paris. Supporters are advised to be vigilant, take sensible precautions and ensure they have valid travel insurance.
“Supporters are strongly advised not to use line 10 on the metro system which would result in supporters exiting the metro system in Auteuil.”
Football-related violence has become an increasingly serious problem for the French authorities in recent years, with hooligan firms associating themselves with leading clubs, including PSG.
Police are bracing themselves for the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan in Munich on May 31.
