PSG Pull Off Historic Comeback to Lift UEFA Super Cup

UDINE, Italy – August 13, 2025:
Paris Saint-Germain clinched the UEFA Super Cup in dramatic fashion after overcoming a two-goal deficit against Tottenham Hotspur, eventually winning 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine. This marks PSG’s fifth trophy in 2025 and their first-ever Super Cup triumph—a landmark moment for the club and French football.

Tottenham Falter After Strong Start

Tottenham, under new head coach Thomas Frank, stunned the European champions early. Defender Micky van de Ven opened the scoring in the 39th minute, capitalizing on a rebound after Joao Palhinha’s effort was tipped onto the crossbar by PSG’s debutant goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier. The London club doubled their advantage just three minutes into the second half through newly appointed captain Cristian Romero, who nodded home Pedro Porro’s cross—leaving PSG with a mountain to climb.

PSG’s Late Heroics Force Shootout

PSG were held scoreless until the 85th minute when substitute Lee Kang-in sparked hope with a low drive into the bottom corner. As the pressure mounted, Ousmane Dembele supplied a pinpoint cross in injury time for Gonçalo Ramos, who headed in the equalizer to make it 2-2 in regulation. Tottenham’s defense, disciplined and effective for much of the match, finally buckled under PSG’s relentless late surge.

Shootout Drama: Chevalier the Hero

The match went straight to penalties with no extra time. An early miss by PSG’s Vitinha handed Spurs the advantage, but Micky van de Ven and Mathys Tel both failed to convert for Tottenham. Lucas Chevalier—chosen ahead of Gianluigi Donnarumma for his first competitive start—stepped up, making a crucial save to keep PSG in contention. Nuno Mendes sealed victory with the decisive kick, sending PSG and their supporters into celebration as Spurs were left to rue missed opportunities.

Manager Reaction

PSG captain Marquinhos praised his side’s resilience and mental strength, saying, “Football isn’t just physical; it’s about mentality and tactics. Tottenham played defensively after their lead, which is risky against us.”
Thomas Frank, in his Spurs debut, reflected, “For 80 minutes we had them where we wanted, but the momentum changed after the 2-1 goal. There are positives to take—we showed we can compete with the very best.”

What This Means

PSG: Bag their fifth trophy of the calendar year and start the season in style, underlining their credentials as Europe’s top club.

Tottenham: Impressed for large stretches and demonstrated significant growth under Frank despite the heartbreak. Their organization and threat from set pieces will be key assets as they begin their Premier League campaign.

The UEFA Super Cup’s latest edition delivered high drama and a historic win, as PSG wrote a new chapter in their storied rise while Spurs showcased promising signs for a new era.

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