Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has delivered a strong message following Paris Saint-Germain’s dominant Champions League final win over Inter Milan in Munich.
The French side overwhelmed Inter with a commanding performance, securing a 5-0 victory at the Allianz Arena on Saturday. Their emphatic display surely caught Liverpool’s attention, especially after the Reds were eliminated from the tournament by PSG earlier in the competition.
Although Arne Slot’s team put up a strong fight, they were ultimately defeated in a dramatic penalty shootout at Anfield during the knockout stages. With the Premier League title now in their hands, Liverpool will be eager to make a deeper run in Europe next season.
PSG’s convincing win sends a powerful message to elite clubs like Liverpool and Real Madrid about the high standard expected in future Champions League campaigns.
Now 45, Gerrard shared his admiration for PSG’s strength in depth and young talent, praising standout performers such as Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who both scored in the final. He also commended the club’s bold support for their manager’s vision.
“The courage to stand by their manager really stood out,” Gerrard said. “We’ve often seen PSG sack coaches to appease big names like Neymar, Messi, or Mbappe. But this time, the leadership took a bold approach from the top down.”
He applauded their recruitment strategy, giving credit to sporting director Luis Campos. “They’ve built a squad full of superstars, and even more talent sits on the bench — many under 23. The potential of this team is honestly frightening.”
Gerrard emphasized that PSG now faces a new challenge. “They’ll be viewed as favorites now, mentioned alongside the likes of Liverpool and Real Madrid. The real test is whether they can sustain this level.”
He concluded by questioning whether PSG has the drive to keep improving: “The hunger needs to be there — and right now, it looks like it is.”
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Looking ahead to next season, Liverpool will aim to avoid an early clash with PSG in the Champions League. Despite topping their group, facing a team like PSG in the knockouts felt harsh. Still, PSG’s level is the benchmark. Having broken their Champions League title curse, the French giants will now look to build on their success. With big teams like Liverpool and Real Madrid — possibly bolstered by players like Florian Wirtz — PSG will face serious competition in what’s expected to be an exciting summer under Slot’s leadership.
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