Paris Saint-Germain continued to establish themselves among Europe’s elite after eliminating Bayern Munich in a thrilling UEFA Champions League semifinal.

Now, Luis Enrique’s side are one step away from an achievement reserved for only the greatest teams: winning consecutive Champions League titles.

The Opta stat that boosts PSG hopes

According to Opta, PSG are the first team to reach consecutive Champions League finals since Liverpool in 2018 and 2019.

They are also the first reigning champions to return to the final since Real Madrid in 2018.

The statistic highlights the consistency of the Parisian project and reinforces PSG’s place among Europe’s dominant clubs.

PSG want to become the second repeat winner of this century

Winning Europe’s biggest club trophy in back-to-back seasons is one of football’s hardest achievements.

In fact, this century only Real Madrid managed to do it:

• 2016
• 2017
• 2018

PSG now hope to join that exclusive list.

Teams that defended the European crown

The history of the European Cup and Champions League includes legendary clubs that successfully defended their titles.

Among them:

• Real Madrid (five straight)
• Benfica
• Inter Milan
• Johan Cruyff’s Ajax
• Bayern Munich
• Liverpool
• Nottingham Forest
• Milan

All Champions League winners

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