Paris Saint-Germain faced Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League semi-final on April 28, 2026, at the Parc des Princes. The match featured a record nine goals, ending with PSG winning 5-4.
Harry Kane opened the scoring for Bayern Munich with a penalty in the 17th minute. PSG responded quickly, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scoring two goals. Ousmane Dembele also made his mark, netting two goals, including a penalty just before halftime.
By the 65th minute, Bayern’s Dayot Upamecano found the net, followed shortly by Luis Diaz scoring in the 68th minute. The match was exhilarating and is being described as one of the best Champions League matches of all time.
Key statistics:
- PSG scored 5 goals while Bayern Munich netted 4.
- The match featured a total of 9 goals—the most ever in a Champions League semi-final first leg.
- Kane’s penalty came at the 17-minute mark.
Thierry Henry praised the match, stating, “This is football at its absolute peak. Pure cinema.” Meanwhile, Marquinhos reflected on the experience, saying, “We dream about matches like this all year long.” Ousmane Dembele added that it was a clash between two great attacking teams.
The second leg of this thrilling semi-final will take place in Munich on May 5, 2026. The outcome will determine which team advances to the final on May 30.