This article has been written for children learning English as a first or second language. It helps readers enjoy reading real news while learning vocabulary, practising comprehension, and staying up to date with world events. Written by Mark Pulley, a teacher and writer who creates fun and informative news articles for English learners.
A night to remember
On Saturday night, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) became football champions of Europe after beating Inter Milan 5–0 in the final.
It was the first time the team from Paris had won the UEFA Champions League, a tournament that many people believe is the best and most exciting in the world of football.
Final showdown in Munich
The final was played in Munich, Germany. Many fans expected a close game because Inter Milan had played brilliantly in the semi-finals, beating Barcelona in one of the best matches in years. But the Italian team couldn’t match that performance in the final. PSG were simply too fast, too strong, and too clever.
It was a record-breaking match. No team had ever won a Champions League final by five goals before. The young and exciting team from Paris were just too good for the older team from Milan.
A teenage star shines
The man of the match was 19-year-old Désiré Doué. He scored two goals and assisted another.
Although this was PSG’s first Champions League trophy, it’s not the first time a French team has won it. Marseille were champions back in 1993. Now, fans are wondering: will this be the start of a new era for French football?
To celebrate, the PSG players rode through the streets of Paris on an open-top bus. Thousands of fans came to see the team and the giant silver trophy, and to thank their heroes for finally winning the Champions League. You can learn more about Paris Saint-Germain Football Club on their website.
Article vocabulary list
- Champions League – A top football competition for the best teams in Europe
- Tournament – A sports event with many teams playing to find the winner
- Semi-final – A match just before the final; the winner goes to the last game
- Opponents – The team or people you are playing against
- Performance – How well someone plays in a game or activity
- Record-breaking – Better than ever before in history
- Assist – In football, helping another player to score a goal
- Trophy – A prize, often a big cup, given to the winner
- Open-top bus – A bus with no roof used in parades
Comprehension questions
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1. Who did PSG beat in the Champions League final?
a) Barcelona
b) Inter Milan
c) Marseille
Answer: b) Inter Milan
2. Where was the final played?
a) Paris
b) Milan
c) Munich
Answer: c) Munich
3. How many goals did PSG score in the final?
a) 3
b) 4
c) 5
Answer: c) 5
4. What was special about the scoreline?
a) It was the first draw in a final
b) It was the biggest win in a Champions League final
c) It was the lowest score ever
Answer: b) It was the biggest win in a Champions League final
5. Who was the man of the match?
a) Kylian Mbappé
b) Désiré Doué
c) Lionel Messi
Answer: b) Désiré Doué
Mark is a writer and EFL teacher from England with eight years’ experience. He’s passionate about travel, sport (especially football), animals, nature, and history, and enjoys helping children explore the world through language and learning.
