PSG’s Champions League hero Doue says ‘dream becomes reality

Désiré Doué the breakout star of Paris Saint-Germain’s historic 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League final, has described the night as the moment his dream became reality.

The 19-year-old midfielder was instrumental in PSG’s triumph at the Allianz Arena scoring twice and assisting the opener for Achraf Hakimi in a performance that will be remembered for years to come, speaking after the match; a visibly emotional Doué reflected on the magnitude of the achievement.

It’s hard to put into words, he said, as a kid, you dream about nights like this. To score in a Champions League final, to lift the trophy, it’s the stuff of dreams; tonight, that dream became reality.”

Doué’s emergence has been one of the stories of the season, signed from Rennes, he quickly earned a starting role under Luis Enrique and became a key player in PSG’s attacking. His composure, creativity and tactical maturity belied his age and on the biggest stage of all, he delivered a performance that confirmed his star status.

We knew what was at stake, we were ready, Doué added. “This club has waited a long time for this moment, to be part of the team that made history, it means everything.

PSG’s commanding win not only secured their first-ever Champions League title but also completed a historic quadruple. For Doué and his teammates the future looks bright, but for now, the young Frenchman and all of Paris, can finally celebrate a dream fulfilled.