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Where do PSG rank among Europe's greatest dynasties?

Where do PSG rank among Europe's greatest dynasties?

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) aims to win the Champions League for the third year in a row, hoping to join the list of Europe's football dynasties. The article compares PSG's recent success with other top European clubs known for dominant periods, like Inter Milan in the 1960s and Benfica in the early 1960s.

Key Facts

  • PSG are the current Champions League winners and seek a third consecutive title.
  • PSG became France's top team after Qatar Sports Investments took over 15 years ago.
  • Since 2023, coach Luis Enrique shifted PSG’s focus to building a disciplined, younger team.
  • Paris Saint-Germain won two Champions League titles in recent years.
  • Inter Milan won back-to-back European Cups in 1964 and 1965 under coach Helenio Herrera.
  • Benfica won consecutive European Cups in 1961 and 1962, led by coach Bela Guttmann and star player Eusebio.
  • Benfica’s coach Guttmann left after a pay dispute and is rumored to have cursed the club, which hasn’t won another European title since.
  • The article centers on clubs that have had sustained success in Europe’s main football tournament, starting from 1955.
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