In the last five years, both PSG and Inter have lost their respective UEFA Champions League finals. However, this year, history will change. One of the two clubs will finally end its title drought and lift the coveted trophy. Besides the prize money, the Champions League winner gains access to several key sporting benefits. These incentives could serve as an additional source of motivation heading into the final.
Despite entering the knockout stage through the playoff round after finishing 15th overall, PSG have become a tough opponent. Their young squad, combined with structure and balance in every line, make them difficult to beat. As the tournament progressed, they showed consistency, composure, and the ability to control games under pressure.
Since the start of the 2024-25 Champions League, Inter Milan have been one of the competition’s most consistent teams. In the first phase, they ranked fourth overall and advanced comfortably. Furthermore, they scored seven goals in the semifinals against FC Barcelona. That performance showcased their dangerous attack, led by Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez. For this reason, PSG’s defense will face a major test in the final.
What happens if PSG win the UEFA Champions League?
The winner of the Champions League gets a spot in the 2025–26 edition of the tournament, but PSG have already qualified by winning the Ligue 1. As a result, the extra spot will go to the national champion with the highest UEFA coefficient. In this case, Olympiacos of Greece will receive the benefit.
Lautaro Martinez of Inter (left) and Fabian Ruiz of PSG
Additionally, PSG would qualify for the UEFA Super Cup. In that one-off match, they would face Tottenham Hotspur, the Europa League winner. The game will take place on August 13, 2025. If PSG win it, they would claim the trophy for the first time in club history.
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They would also earn a spot in the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. This would mark their second consecutive appearance in the tournament. Finally, the French side would qualify for the 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup, to be held from December 13 to 17. With this, they would join Al-Ahli and Auckland City as confirmed participants.
What happens if Inter Milan win the UEFA Champions League?
Inter Milan have already sealed a 2025-26 Champions League berth by finishing second in Serie A. For that reason, the spot will also pass to Olympiacos, the highest-ranked national champion under UEFA’s criteria. Inter would also qualify for the UEFA Super Cup, the 2025 Intercontinental Cup, and the 2029 Club World Cup.
In terms of benefits, the outcome would be nearly identical to PSG’s, in case of winning the final game. However, a victory would carry added historical meaning for the Italian side. It would allow them to match AC Milan as the most successful Italian team in the competition of the 21st century.
Furthermore, it would cement Giuseppe Marotta’s legacy, the current club president and former sporting director. He would be recognized as one of the most influential figures in Inter’s recent era.
SurveyNo matter the outcome, both teams are poised to make history. But which accomplishment do you think would carry greater significance?
No matter the outcome, both teams are poised to make history. But which accomplishment do you think would carry greater significance?
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