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PSG WINS EUROPEAN SUPER CUP IN DRAMATIC PENALTY SHOOTOUT
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Paris Saint Germain (PSG) of France has emerged victorious in the European Super Cup for 2025, beating Tottenham Hotspurs of Britain in a thrilling penalty shootout. The match, filled with twists and turns, ended 2-2 after regular time, with PSG scoring two late goals to level the score and force the game into extra time, and subsequently, penalties. Tottenham Hotspurs had taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half, only for PSG to mount a dramatic comeback in the dying minutes of the game. The French side scored their first goal in the 86th minute and equalized in the 4th minute of added time, sending the match to penalties. In the penalty shootout, PSG lost their first kick via Vitinha but rallied to score all their subsequent kicks. Tottenham Hotspurs, on the other hand, missed two of their five kicks, ultimately losing the title. The win marks a remarkable turnaround for PSG, who had underwhelmed during play but showed resilience in the penalty shootout. This encounter was PSG’s second major showdown against a British team, following their recent loss to Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup championship held in America. Despite being the Europa Champions, Tottenham Hotspurs fell short in their bid to claim the European Super Cup title. PSG, the European Champions League champions, celebrated a hard-fought victory that showcased their determination and skill.