Simone Inzaghi showed humility and class in defeat after Inter Milan's crushing 0-5 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, May 31. The result marked PSG's first-ever Champions League title and the largest winning margin in the history of the final, delivering a stinging blow to an Inter side hoping to redeem their narrow loss to Manchester City in the 2023 final.
In his post-match comments, Inzaghi admitted he "barely recognised" his side and had no hesitation in acknowledging that Luis Enrique’s PSG were deserved champions.
"There is great disappointment and bitterness because the boys have had a great run this season, and it's hard to end with no titles. As a coach, I'm still proud. We're not satisfied with tonight's game. We approached it badly... but I thanked the boys,” said Inzaghi.
Tactical Collapse and Fatigue Factor
Inter were outclassed from the start, particularly in midfield, where Dsir Dou and PSG’s pressing game dismantled their rhythm. While Inter tried to play out from the back and maintain possession, PSG’s superior athleticism, energy, and technical quality made the difference. The relentless pressing exposed Inter’s defensive flaws, forcing errors and creating waves of PSG attacks.
Inzaghi pointed out that Inter might have been at a physical disadvantage, having fought until the final matchday in Serie A, whereas PSG had wrapped up Ligue 1 weeks earlier and entered the final fresher.
"We were more tired than PSG... We knew they were stronger than us, we knew we had to be better, but we fully deserved the defeat," he added.
No Silverware, Yet Pride
Despite the humiliating defeat, Inzaghi maintained a sense of pride in his squad’s journey through the Champions League campaign. Inter had battled hard throughout the tournament but fell short at the final hurdle, failing to claim any major silverware this season.
What’s Next for Inter?
Inter must now regroup ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States this June, a tournament that gives them another shot at international glory. However, the emotional scars from back-to-back Champions League final losses — especially one of this magnitude — will be tough to shake off.
For PSG, it was a historic night that finally brought an end to years of near-misses. For Inter and Inzaghi, it’s another painful lesson at the top of European football — one that might shape the future of both the coach and the squad.
