Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has etched his name further into the annals of football history by becoming only the second manager ever to win the continental treble twice—joining elite company alongside Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola.
The Spanish tactician achieved the remarkable feat after guiding PSG to a dominant 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League final held at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Saturday night. The emphatic victory capped off a season of near-perfect dominance by the Parisian side, who also lifted the Ligue 1 title and the Coupe de France, completing a historic treble.
Enrique Joins Guardiola in Exclusive Club
With this triumph, Luis Enrique, 55, joins Pep Guardiola as the only two managers in football history to have secured the treble—league title, main domestic cup, and UEFA Champions League—on two separate occasions.
Enrique’s first treble came a decade ago in 2014/15, during his stint as manager of FC Barcelona, where he masterminded a golden season led by Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Luis Suárez, clinching the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Champions League.
Now, ten years later, he has replicated that success with PSG, leading a younger but equally dynamic squad to unparalleled heights.
“I’m incredibly proud of this group,” Enrique said in his post-match press conference. “To win all three major titles this season—especially the Champions League for the first time in this club’s history—is a dream come true. I’m honoured to share this journey with such dedicated players and staff.”
Dominant Final Display in Munich
The final itself was a showcase of PSG’s power and tactical superiority. Inter Milan, Serie A champions and seasoned European competitors, were no match for Enrique’s side, who struck five times without reply. Desire Doue led the charge with a brace, while Achraf Hakimi, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu also found the net.
From the opening whistle, PSG controlled the tempo, displaying fluid movement, relentless pressing, and pinpoint finishing. It was a performance that symbolised their entire campaign—ruthless, cohesive, and masterfully orchestrated from the sidelines.
A Historic Milestone for PSG
This treble not only adds to Enrique’s personal legacy but also marks a watershed moment for Paris Saint-Germain. Despite years of heavy investment and numerous domestic titles, this is the club’s first-ever UEFA Champions League trophy.
In achieving this, PSG also became only the second club in European football history to win a quadruple—the league title, two domestic cups, and the Champions League—mirroring the legendary Celtic ‘Lisbon Lions’ of 1966-67.
Football World Reacts
The football community has showered praise on Enrique following the historic night. Barcelona legend Carles Puyol, who played alongside Enrique during their time at Camp Nou and the Spanish national team, took to Instagram to congratulate his former teammate.
“You are the best, Brother!!!! ❤️ @luisenrique_2121 Congratulations!!!!” Puyol wrote, celebrating his friend’s career-defining moment.
Former players and pundits alike have highlighted Enrique’s tactical evolution and man-management as key components in PSG’s transformation from nearly-men to European champions.
Comparing Two Masterminds: Enrique vs. Guardiola
While Pep Guardiola has long been hailed as one of football’s greatest modern tacticians, Enrique is now matching his record for major continental success. Guardiola won his first treble in 2008/09 with Barcelona, and then again with Manchester City in 2022/23, becoming the first manager to win treble titles in two countries.
Now Enrique has done the same—first in Spain, now in France.
“Luis Enrique’s achievement shouldn’t be underestimated,” said TNT Sports pundit Owen Hargreaves. “He’s rebuilt PSG, changed their style of play, and made them more than just individual stars. This team plays as a unit, and that’s down to him.”
“It’s not just about winning,” added Steven Gerrard. “It’s about how you win. Enrique has created a footballing identity here in Paris.”
The Road to the Treble
PSG’s road to the treble was far from straightforward. In Ligue 1, they faced fierce competition from Monaco and Marseille but eventually pulled ahead with consistent form. In the Coupe de France, they dispatched Lyon in the final, and in Europe, they overcame Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan in clinical fashion.
One of the standout players of the campaign was Ousmane Dembélé, who Luis Enrique recently tipped as his personal Ballon d’Or favourite. The 28-year-old winger contributed 33 goals and 15 assists across all competitions and played a key role in the team’s high-press system.
“Ousmane is my Ballon d’Or,” Enrique told reporters earlier this week. “Not because of stats alone, but because of how he leads, defends, presses. He represents what we want PSG to be.”
What Next for Enrique and PSG?
While celebrations continue in Paris, questions about the future are already surfacing. Will Enrique stay and build a dynasty? Will PSG manage to keep their top stars amid likely transfer interest? Can they go one better and become back-to-back Champions League winners?
For Enrique, however, the focus remains on staying grounded.
“We enjoy this moment,” he told journalists. “But success is a journey, not a destination. We’ll reset, reflect, and get ready to compete again next season.”
Final Thoughts
Luis Enrique’s triumph with PSG is more than just a personal accolade—it is a landmark achievement for French football and a reminder of his brilliance as a manager. In matching Pep Guardiola’s rare feat of winning two trebles with two different clubs, Enrique has proven he belongs among the elite echelon of football’s greatest tacticians.
And with a young, hungry squad at his disposal, the Luis Enrique era at Paris Saint-Germain might only just be beginning.
