UEFA Champions League Final 2025: Funniest memes and reactions from the Kick Off Show

From Linkin Park’s epic riffs to David Garrett’s fiery violin, the 2025 Champions League kickoff stunned fans — and the hilarious reactions that followed proved it was a night full of unforgettable surprises.

May 31, 2025 03:01PM EDT

**© Dan Mullan/Getty Images**Linkin Park during the pre match ceremony prior to the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano.

The 2025 UEFA Champions League Final kicked off with a dazzling mix of music and moments, featuring performances from Linkin Park and violin virtuoso David Garrett. Their unexpected collaboration brought an electric vibe, adding to the spectacle’s flair before the game even began.

As the show unfolded, quirky antics and playful host banter fueled a surge of hilarious memes online. Fans eagerly captured every awkward dance move and spontaneous slip-up, turning the kickoff into a viral hit that blended star power with pure entertainment.

With the stage set by these unforgettable moments, the final promised more than just soccer between PSG and Inter Miami. The 2025 kickoff show proved that the road to glory is paved with laughter, music and surprises that fans won’t soon forget.

2025 Champions League Final pre-game show: Funniest memes and reactions

Not now baby, Linkin Park is playing at the Champions League final pic.twitter.com/j6Ul18t618
— ☆•˚Aɳi •˚☆ (@LP_Ani_) May 31, 2025

Linkin Park. pic.twitter.com/K57fXnSUPN
— Lisbet 🍁 (@mixel_9) May 31, 2025

They have Linkin Park playing at the UEFA Champions League game pic.twitter.com/hnX5E8noib
— ⚡️Jae Statingale ⚡️ (@Jae_TheFlash) May 31, 2025

Linkin Park pregame show for a Champions League Final pic.twitter.com/9wssd75SQ8
— Nico (@nicodegallo) May 31, 2025

why is there linkin park at my champions league final pic.twitter.com/nDGRY8dgfD
— luna (@lunasylum) May 31, 2025

LINKIN PARK EM PLENA FINAL DE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE pic.twitter.com/LM90poovk9
— simon (@vitor__sd) May 31, 2025

📸 – Thoughts on this performance by Linkin Park ahead of the UEFA Champions League Final?#ChampionsLeague pic.twitter.com/uMJBYfl7m1
— FOOTY AND VIBES ⚽️❤️‍🔥 (@FootyAndVibes) May 31, 2025

Can't believe Linkin Park are going to the Champions League Final!!!

Here's my fantasy starting lineup. pic.twitter.com/gw5oDidSbh
— aiѕhling ❥ linkin park (@AishlingNYC) April 16, 2025

good morning. i woke up early (it’s 12:18 pm) with the sole purpose of witnessing linkin park at the champions league pic.twitter.com/Yd2fsVIDC2
— lexie :p (@armstrongatitos) May 31, 2025

Linkin Park performing Numb without Chester Bennington pic.twitter.com/MHaqQhfGiQ
— Julien🇨🇩 (@longlivejulien1) May 31, 2025

I normally don't like kickoff shows, but Linkin Park put on a great show here#ChampionsLeague pic.twitter.com/hXDF189LrC
— FOOTY AND VIBES ⚽️❤️‍🔥 (@FootyAndVibes) May 31, 2025

LINKIN PARK YOU WILL ALWAYS BE FAMOUS!!!! #ChampionsLeague pic.twitter.com/EYQaeHt661
— thiago (@httpsrealitys) May 31, 2025

Linkin Park performing in the UCL final without Chester Bennington pic.twitter.com/yEVFkO7ldB
— YHWH (@NikoJMT) May 31, 2025

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