3 standout moments in PSG's Super Cup win over Tottenham

Miraculous comeback capped by composure and belief

Tottenham entered the final as underdogs but quickly set the tone. Micky van de Ven’s towering header from a corner put them ahead midway through the first half, and Cristian Romero doubled the lead early in the second with another set-piece strike. Spurs were disciplined, compact, and quick to break, frustrating PSG’s rhythm.

For much of the second half, it looked like Ange Postecoglou’s side would ride their defensive organisation to a first-ever Super Cup win. PSG’s attack found no joy against a disciplined Spurs block, and their possession felt sterile. But football can turn in moments.

In the 85th minute, Lee Kang-in’s curling strike from the edge of the box halved the deficit, sparking belief both on the pitch and in the stands. Suddenly, Spurs’ calm was gone. PSG pressed relentlessly, forcing mistakes, and in stoppage time Gonçalo Ramos pounced on a loose ball in the box to smash home the equaliser.

The momentum had completely shifted by the time the whistle blew for penalties. PSG’s takers were ice-cold from the spot, and Lucas Chevalier’s save from Mathys Tel sealed a comeback that will be etched in club folklore.

Substitutions and tactical tweaks rewrote the script

Luis Enrique’s in-game adjustments were decisive. By introducing Fabian Ruiz, PSG gained a calmer, more measured midfield presence, helping them circulate the ball more effectively and pin Spurs deeper. Lee Kang-in’s energy and direct running brought urgency, while Ramos offered a more physical and opportunistic presence in the box.

These changes didn’t just add fresh legs they altered the match’s geometry. Spurs’ defensive shape, so solid for 80 minutes, suddenly found itself under constant overloads on the flanks and quick central combinations that weren’t there earlier.

For Tottenham, the story was different. Postecoglou’s starting plan had worked perfectly, but as fatigue set in and PSG’s pressure mounted, Spurs failed to slow the game or relieve the siege. They looked caught between defending deep and pressing high, and in that indecision, PSG found their way back.

Aftermath marred by racism, spotlight on leadership

The drama should have ended with the final whistle, but the night’s glow was dimmed by abhorrent racist abuse aimed at Mathys Tel following his penalty miss. Tottenham moved swiftly to condemn the abuse, calling it “cowardly” and pledging to support their young forward.

It was a reminder that even in moments of celebration and heartbreak, football’s battle against discrimination is far from over. Players, fans, and clubs united in rejecting this behaviour, showing that solidarity must always be part of the sport’s biggest stages.

Final thought:

PSG’s Super Cup triumph was more than just another line in their honours list. It was a statement of resilience proof that this squad can overcome adversity, make bold tactical adjustments, and hold its nerve when everything is on the line. Tottenham will leave wondering how a near-perfect performance for 80 minutes dissolved in the space of ten, but that is the beauty and cruelty of football.

For PSG, it was a night that combined tactical mastery, mental strength, and emotional unity. For Spurs, it was a painful but valuable lesson in managing big games to the very last whistle.

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