Paris Saint-Germain staged a dramatic second-half revival to secure a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur before prevailing in a penalty shootout, lifting the UEFA Super Cup in a thrilling clash marked by late heroics and high stakes. The victory adds a second continental trophy to the French club’s cabinet this summer, following their UEFA Champions League triumph in June.
Tottenham appeared poised to claim the title after capitalizing on defensive lapses from PSG in the first half. Central defenders Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero both scored from set-pieces, leaving the Ligue 1 champions trailing 2-0 by halftime. The English side, under manager Thomas Frank, initially showcased disciplined organization, frustrating PSG’s attacking efforts and limiting clear chances.
The momentum shifted decisively in the dying moments of regular time. South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in reignited PSG’s hopes in the 87th minute with a low, driven strike from outside the box that curled past Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. The goal marked Lee’s first major contribution since joining the club this season and injected renewed energy into the French side’s play.
Extra time saw PSG dominate possession, with substitute Ousmane Dembélé delivering a pinpoint cross in the 105th minute for Gonçalo Ramos, whose powerful header leveled the score at 2-2. The equalizer underscored PSG’s tactical adjustments and depth, as manager Luis Enrique’s substitutions proved pivotal.
With no further goals in extra time, the match proceeded to penalties. Tottenham’s Van de Ven, who had earlier scored, saw his spot-kick saved by Gianluigi Donnarumma, while 18-year-old Mathys Tel struck the crossbar. PSG converted all four of their penalties, sealing a 4-2 shootout victory and sparking celebrations among players and staff.
The win holds particular significance for PSG, who faced criticism after narrowly avoiding defeat in multiple finals earlier this summer. By overcoming a two-goal deficit, the club demonstrated resilience that had been questioned in recent weeks. For Tottenham, the defeat extends their wait for a first UEFA Super Cup title, though their performance highlighted progress under new leadership.
As European football’s traditional curtain-raiser, the match drew global attention, reinforcing PSG’s status as a continental powerhouse. The result also marks a milestone for Luis Enrique, who becomes the first manager to win the Super Cup with three different clubs. With the French league season underway, PSG will aim to translate this momentum into domestic dominance, while Tottenham regroup ahead of their Premier League campaign.
