Super Cup Thriller: PSG Completes Stunning Comeback to Beat Tottenham 4-3 on Penalties

In a match that had everything, PSG came from two goals down to beat Tottenham in the UEFA Super Cup, winning 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation. The dramatic victory in Udine, Italy, capped a remarkable rally for the French champions and delivered a heartbreaking loss for Tottenham in their new manager’s competitive debut.

Spurs’ Masterclass and Devastating Collapse

For over 80 minutes, it looked like Thomas Frank’s Tottenham side had pulled off a tactical masterclass. The Spurs players, playing their first competitive game under their new coach, were “close to perfect,” according to Frank, with a disciplined 3-4-3 formation that stifled PSG’s star-studded attack. The team’s two goals came from well-worked set pieces, a clear sign of Frank’s influence. Defender Micky van de Ven opened the scoring in the 39th minute, and newly appointed captain Cristian Romero doubled the lead just after halftime.

However, a late-game collapse saw Spurs surrender their two-goal lead in a matter of minutes. As Tottenham sat back and grew tired, PSG’s substitutes and relentless pressure proved too much to handle.

PSG’s Never-Say-Die Attitude

Despite being outplayed for much of the match, PSG’s character shone through in the final moments. Luis Enrique, who later admitted his team was “very lucky” to win, credited his substitutes for changing the game. With just five minutes remaining, substitute Lee Kang-in fired a powerful shot into the bottom corner to make it 2-1. The comeback was complete in the fourth minute of stoppage time when fellow substitute Goncalo Ramos headed home an equalizer, stunning the north London club and forcing a penalty shootout.

In the shootout, the momentum stayed with PSG. Despite an early miss from Vitinha, the Parisians converted their next four spot-kicks. Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven and Mathys Tel both failed to convert, allowing Nuno Mendes to score the decisive penalty and seal the victory for the Champions League winners.

What the Result Means for Both Clubs

For **PSG**, the victory is their fifth trophy of 2025 and an important statement win as they begin their domestic season. For Tottenham, the loss is a painful lesson in football’s fine margins. While the team showed they could compete with one of the best sides in the world, the final minutes revealed a lack of depth and stamina that Frank will need to address. The match also served as an introduction to Cristian Romero as the new club captain, following the departure of former skipper Son Heung-Min to MLS side LAFC. Despite the heartbreak, Frank’s tactical plan and the players’ commitment offer fans a glimmer of hope for the season ahead.