PSG Clinch UEFA Super Cup in Thrilling Penalty Shootout Against Tottenham

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their fifth trophy of 2025 with a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday, August 13, at Stadio Friuli. The match ended 2-2 after regular time, showcasing a stunning late comeback by the French champions.Tottenham took a commanding 2-0 lead with goals from Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero, capitalizing on set-piece opportunities under new coach Thomas Frank’s tactical approach. However, PSG, returning from a truncated preseason following their Club World Cup final loss to Chelsea, mounted a resilient fightback. Substitute Lee Kang-in scored in the 85th minute, and Goncalo Ramos equalized in stoppage time with a header, forcing the shootout.

In the decisive moment, Nuno Mendes converted the winning penalty after Tottenham’s van de Ven and Mathys Tel missed theirs. PSG’s new goalkeeper, Lucas Chevalier, made a crucial save, marking a strong debut following Gianluigi Donnarumma’s departure. The victory marks the first time a French club has lifted the Super Cup, adding to PSG’s earlier triumphs in Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Trophée des Champions, and the Champions League.

Luis Enrique praised his team’s resilience, setting the stage for a potential record-breaking trophy haul in 2025.