Marseille famously defeated AC Milan in the 1993 UEFA Champions League final.
The Historic Victory Against Milan
Olympique de Marseille made history by winning the inaugural UEFA Champions League final in the 1992–93 season. Their victory against Italian giants AC Milan marked the first time a French club had lifted the most prestigious trophy in European club football. As of 2024, Marseille remains the only French team to have won the European Cup/Champions League.
The final was a significant moment for French football, solidifying Marseille's place in the sport's history. Here's a quick overview of the decisive match:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Opponent | AC Milan |
| Competition | 1992–93 UEFA Champions League |
| Outcome | Marseille victory |
| Significance | First-ever UEFA Champions League title winner; first (and as of 2024, only) French team to win the European Cup/Champions League. |
Despite the historic triumph, the victory was soon followed by allegations of match-fixing leveled against the club and its then-president, Bernard Tapie. This controversy somewhat overshadowed the sporting achievement in the years that followed.
