By 2 p.m., the square at porte de saint-cloud, adjacent to the parc des princes—where the champions league final between psg and arsenal will air at 6 p.m.—transformed into an open-air kop. Thousands of enthusiastic fans, some with their feet in the fountain to cool off under the blazing sun, sang loudly while releasing smoke bombs into the air. Their chants echoed with two clear messages: «on veut la deuxième» and «dembélé ballon d’or», a testament to their unwavering support and belief in the team’s potential.

The crowd was a mix of local supporters from Paris and its suburbs, alongside fans who traveled from afar, including four Brazilians in yellow jerseys, hoping to relive the euphoria from last year’s celebrations. Despite the intensity, the atmosphere remained festive and family-friendly, with fans joyfully interacting with each other and even playfully engaging with the riot police officers stationed nearby a few hours before kickoff.

As the match approaches, the anticipation only grows stronger. Fans continue to pour into the area, their voices rising in unison, creating a symphony of chants that echo through the streets of Paris. The energy is electric, and the excitement is contagious.