Unforgettable moments: The matches that moved the Parc

THE DAY WHEN... Paris WON THEIR FIRST MAJOR TROPHY

1982 / Paris - Saint-Etienne (2-2, 6-5 on penalties)

On the evening of 15 May 1982, the stage was set for a dream match at the Parc des Princes. The crowd gathered fervently to support the 22 players. Dominique Rocheteau's PSG were set to fiercely defend against Michel Platini's AS Saint-Étienne, with Platini playing his final match for Les Verts that night. The playmaker was to join Juventus the following season. As a farewell, he aimed to gift a Coupe de France title to his club. Meanwhile, Dominique Bathenay's teammates looked to provide their supporters with their first major title in the young club's history. The atmosphere was worthy of the biggest events, with both teams fully engaged, spurred on by the passion of their supporters. The Parc erupted when Nambatingue Toko opened the scoring in the 58th minute... Then it was Platini's turn to shine with a brace (76' and 99'). Extra time was intense, and the Parisian 12th man continued to cheer their side on. Then, in the 120th minute, the improbable happened: Dominique Rocheteau, a former Vert, sent the Parc des Princes into a frenzy by equalising in the final second! Supporters flooded the pitch with joy, Borelli celebrated, kissing the pitch. The penalty shootout, which Les Parisiens won 6-5, confirmed that the night would forever belong to Paris. The story begins.

THE DAY WHEN... Paris TURNED THINGS AROUND 

1997 / Paris - Steaua Bucarest (5-0)

In a fervent Parc des Princes, determined to overturn the injustice of the first leg (0-3 due to an administrative error), Ricardo's men set a date with history. In the stands, supporters raised their voices, singing songs that sent shivers down the spine. The Boulogne and Auteuil stands rallied the 43,000 fans in the ground. The Romanians sensed that the evening would be demanding as they stepped onto the pitch in a heated atmosphere. Raí confirmed this sentiment in the 2nd minute with a goal from the spot! The atmosphere became indescribable and the rain added a touch of madness to the game. Driven on by the Parc des Princes, Parisian attacks flooded Ritli's goal, especially through Jimmy Algerino's lively performance on the right flank. In the 23rd minute, another goal from Raí, a header from Leonardo's corner, left little hope for Steaua... With relentless attacks on the Romanian goal, the fervour escalated further when Marco Simone and Florian Maurice extended the gap between the sides. 4-0 at half-time, the mission was on track, but the job still needed to be finished. "We can make history! I feel something, the scent of victory," Raí had declared before the match. He would indeed score the final goal in this unforgettable encounter that unquestionably entered the history books...

THE DAY WHEN… Paris REDISCOVERED ItS PRIDE

1999 / Paris - Marseille (2-1) 

On the evening of 4 May 1999, Philippe Bergeroo's men faced Marseille, who were leading the league, closely followed by Bordeaux. With three matches to go, everything was still up for grabs in the league table, whether at the top or for the teams fighting to stay in the league. The last league victory against Marseille dated back to 21 April 1990, so it's safe to say that the Paris supporters were firmly behind their team. Nearly 50,000 spectators filled Parc des Princes for this crucial match. Florian Maurice opened the scoring in the 21st minute, celebrating in front of his former fans. Despite a challenging season, the Parisian supporters didn't abandon their team, keeping the stadium alive with their chants, led by the Boulogne and Auteuil stands. The attacks were all in favour of Paris, but the men from the capital lacked the final touch. The Italian battle between Fabrizio Ravanelli and Marco Simone tipped in favour of the latter, who equalised with a splendid strike in the 84th minute - the Parc erupted! In an electrifying atmosphere, Peter Luccin lost possession in his own half a few minutes later. Laurent Leroy seized the ball, delivering a powerful and precise pass to Bruno Rodriguez. After controlling the ball well, the striker dribbled past Stéphane Porato, sending the stadium into a frenzy. Nine years of drought vanished in the heat of Parc des Princes.

THE DAY WHEN… Paris BATTLED To SAFETY

2008 / Paris - Saint-Etienne (1-1)

Matchday 37 of the 2007-2008 league season. Paris Saint-Germain were fighting for survival in Ligue 1 against AS Saint-Étienne. Tension was at its peak, emotions running high: it was Pauleta's last match in Paris colours. Les Verts, on an 8-game undefeated streak, arrived at the Parc des Princes as potential future European contenders. The Parc des Princes was in fine form, getting behind their team. Just before half-time, St. Étienne took the lead through their captain, Loïc Perrin, following a move by Payet. The pressure mounted at the Parc des Princes. The crowd supported their team through the anguish. Then, in the 59th minute, an explosion of joy erupted as Jérémy Clément's powerful equaliser was proof of his sheer determination—a symbolic moment. The score remained unchanged despite some close calls. Supporters will forever remember the unity that night.

Pain, too, forms strong memories and becomes part of a club's DNA. The 2007-2008 season will be etched into Parisian memories, with this evening at Parc des Princes standing as a symbol.

THE DAY WHEN… Paris FOUND ITS BENCHMARK

2014 / Paris - Barcelona (3-2)

In 2014, PSG still had the strong desire to offer a stand-out evening in Europe, a feeling that had been distant for too long. Laurent Blanc's team eagerly awaited this showdown with Barcelona. Both teams looked impressive on paper and were ready for battle. Just like the fans, who acted as the twelfth man in this Champions League group stage match. The atmosphere was already heated at the start of the game, escalating further in the first fifteen minutes. David Luiz scored his first goal in Red and Blue in the 10th minute, only for Messi to equalise a minute later... Everything was set for a spectacular evening. The night became truly special when "Little Owl," Marco Verratti, scored a header from a corner in the 26th minute... The match descended into madness. The sound of the stadium silenced the commentators. At half-time, Paris led 2-1 against the mighty Barcelona of Messi, Iniesta... and Neymar. And Laurent Blanc's men continued their flawless performance in the second half, showing immense solidarity both in attack and defence.

PSG scored a third goal through Blaise Matuidi (55') and then resisted the immediate response from the Catalans after Neymar narrowed the gap (56'). The supporters from the capital began defending alongside their team, propelling each PSG player to exceed their limits. Symbolising this solidarity was Marquinhos' incredible block to deny Jordi Alba's shot in the 82nd minute. The Brazilian defender's determination resonated throughout the stands of the Parc des Princes. At the final whistle, the stadium erupted in joy. Finally, Paris Saint-Germain returned to the realm of the greats, with its people united as one around their players.