What should have been a Champions League jubilation turned tragic in France as celebrations of PSG’s 5-0 triumph over Inter Milan spiraled into chaos. The traumatic night left two people dead, a police officer in a coma, and hundreds under arrest. According to France’s interior ministry, 491 arrests were made in Paris alone, primarily along the Champs-Élysées where large crowds gathered. Clashes erupted between fans and police, with fireworks, car horns, and chanting giving way to violence. Nationwide, 559 people were arrested, and 692 fires were reported, including 264 vehicles set ablaze. The unrest also resulted in 18 injured police officers in Paris, three more across other regions, 192 injured civilians, and seven fire personnel harmed during the response. Among the most serious incidents, a police officer in Normandy was placed in an induced coma. A criminal investigation has been launched into the incident for intentional violence against an officer. Tragically, two people lost their lives amid the chaos: The government has yet to comment on whether additional security measures will be introduced for future public celebrations. However, the scenes mark one of the most violent nights following a sporting event in France in recent memory.

Frank Lampard says Coventry City’s dramatic rise into the Championship play-offs is just the beginning of their journey. He urged his team to stay grounded after an impressive turnaround. Since taking charge in November with Coventry languishing in 17th, Lampard has overseen a remarkable resurgence that has propelled the West Midlands club into fifth place. Their 2-0 victory over Middlesbrough on Saturday confirmed their play-off berth.. Speaking to talkSPORT after the match, Lampard praised the collective effort behind the club’s revival. “We came in on the 17th of November, so firstly I thank my staff. When you arrive mid-season, you want to make an immediate impact. They work tirelessly every day, supporting in areas where I’m not as strong,” he said. He also credited the existing squad and coaching staff for embracing the change and rising to the challenge. “To go from 17th to fifth and make the play-offs is a massive achievement, but it’s only the start. We’re not over-celebrating, this is a moment to thank the fans, who’ve stood by us all season. Everyone should enjoy tonight, but we know there’s more to do. ” Coventry will now turn their focus to the two-legged play-off against Sunderland, with a place in the Premier League just three games away.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has confirmed he is “fully fit” ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg against Arsenal. The 32-year-old Belgium international has missed Real’s last three matches due to injury but assured reporters on Monday that he is ready to return. “I am fully fit and I feel good,” Thibaut Courtois said. “It was not a big issue so I could train in the gym, and I have been on the pitch for the last day so I feel fine and 100 per cent.” Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti was forced to start 19-year-old Fran Gonzalez in their surprise 2-1 loss to Valencia at the weekend, after back-up keeper Andriy Lunin also suffered an injury. Courtois’ return comes as a timely boost ahead of the crucial tie at the Emirates.