Paris Saint-Germain defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup final at the Stadio Friuli in Udine on Wednesday night. The match, which pitted Champions League winners PSG against Europa League holders Spurs, was decided by a second-half strike from Ousmane Dembélé after an early goal from Kylian Mbappé had given the French side the lead. Tottenham equalised through a Son Heung-min penalty before Dembélé's winner.
PSG dominated possession in the first half, with their full-backs pushing high to compress play. Tottenham, under new manager Thomas Frank, pressed aggressively from the front but struggled to create clear chances. The breakthrough came in the 23rd minute when Mbappé slotted home after a swift counter-attack. Spurs responded well and were awarded a penalty just before half-time, which Son converted.
The second half was a tense affair, with both sides cautious in the opening stages. As the game opened up after the hour mark, Dembélé struck the decisive blow in the 68th minute, cutting inside from the right and firing low into the corner. Tottenham pushed for an equaliser but could not find a way past Gianluigi Donnarumma, who made several crucial saves.
For PSG, this victory serves as a response to their disappointing Club World Cup exit, where they lost 3-0 to Chelsea. For Tottenham, the defeat ends a promising run but provides a platform for Frank to build upon. The Super Cup was the first major test for the Dane since replacing Ange Postecoglou, and despite the loss, his side showed resilience and tactical discipline.
Both teams now turn their attention to domestic campaigns, with PSG aiming to retain their Ligue 1 title and Tottenham seeking to challenge in the Premier League. The Super Cup, while a setback for Spurs, highlighted their potential under new management.
