PSG wins thrilling semi-final against Bayern Munich

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in a historic Champions League semi-final. The match featured dramatic goals and intense play.

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Paris Saint-Germain achieved a stunning 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final at Parc des Princes on April 28, 2026. This match is now the highest-scoring semi-final in Champions League history.

Harry Kane opened the scoring for Bayern Munich with a penalty in the 17th minute. PSG quickly responded, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia netting two goals and Ousmane Dembele adding another. By early in the second half, PSG led 5-2.

Bayern Munich fought back, with Luis Diaz scoring two goals and Dayot Upamecano adding another. The match featured five goals in the first half, setting a record for Champions League semi-finals.

Key statistics:

  • PSG scored 5 goals, while Bayern Munich scored 4.
  • Harry Kane has now scored 54 goals across all competitions this season.
  • Khvicha Kvaratskhelia contributed 2 goals for PSG.
  • Luis Diaz also scored 2 goals for Bayern Munich.

The second leg of this exciting semi-final will take place in Munich. PSG’s captain Marquinhos described the match as a “crazy game” and expressed confidence about the upcoming leg.

Alan Shearer remarked that it was one of the greatest games he had ever attended, while Luis Enrique noted he had never seen a game with such rhythm before. Both teams will look to build on this thrilling encounter as they prepare for next week’s rematch.