India, June 1 -- The celebrations in Paris after PSG's Champions League triumph took a tragic turn as they sparked riots in the French capital on Saturday.

The authorities arrested an astounding 81 people following violent clashes near Paris Saint-Germain's home ground as supporters gathered to watch their team in the Champions League final on Saturday against Inter Milan. The riots sparked fires across Paris, with vehicles set alight near the PSG home and missiles chucked at police.

Shocking footage emerged on social media that depicts chaotic scenes in the French capital as police armed with batons clashed with rioting youths in the city. The clashes happened close to where thousands of fans had congregated to watch the UCL final near...