The Champions League semifinal between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain on April 28, 2026, at the Parc des Princes ended in a thrilling 4-3 victory for Bayern. This match featured a record nine goals, showcasing an unprecedented level of scoring.
Bayern entered the match following a hard-fought victory over Real Madrid, winning their quarterfinals with a 6-4 aggregate scoreline. Meanwhile, PSG eliminated Liverpool with two convincing 2-0 wins.
The game saw standout performances from both sides. Harry Kane continued his impressive form, having scored 52 goals across all competitions this season. Ousmane Dembélé led PSG’s attack as their top scorer with 16 goals.
This high-scoring affair was not without its history; Bayern had not lost in France since September 2017, when they fell to PSG. Their last encounter resulted in a narrow 2-1 victory for Bayern in November.
The match’s pace was frenetic, with both teams creating numerous chances. Christoph Kramer remarked, “I’ve never seen a match like this. With all that space, it could have ended 9–9.” Such comments reflect the open nature of the game.
The second leg of the semifinal is set to take place in Munich next week. Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they vie for a place in the final.
