PSG vs Bayern: Thrilling Semi-Final & Reaction | Champions League 2024

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in a remarkable first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The nine-goal thriller saw both Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia score twice for PSG, while Harry Kane, Mathys Olise, Dayot Upamecano, and Leroy Díaz found the net for Bayern.

The match, attended by 47,511 spectators, was the first time in a European semi-final that both teams had scored four or more goals. It also equaled the record for the highest-scoring semi-final match in European Cup history, matching Rangers’ 6-3 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt in 1960.

Goals Galore in Paris

Harry Kane opened the scoring for Bayern Munich with a penalty in the 17th minute. However, PSG quickly responded with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia leveling the score in the 24th minute with a stunning strike. Just nine minutes later, João Neves put PSG ahead, heading in a corner. Mathys Olise then equalized for Bayern in the 41st minute, smashing in a powerful shot.

PSG regained the lead before halftime through a penalty converted by Ousmane Dembélé in added time. The second half continued the goal-fest, with Kvaratskhelia scoring his second goal in the 56th minute, followed by Dembélé adding his second just two minutes later, extending PSG’s lead to 5-3.

Bayern refused to surrender, with Dayot Upamecano pulling one back with a glancing header in the 65th minute. Leroy Díaz then gave Bayern hope, scoring a goal that was initially flagged for offside but overturned by VAR. Despite the late push, Bayern were unable to find an equalizer.

First European Semi-Final with Four Goals Each

According to Sky Sports, this was the first European semi-final to see both teams score four or more goals. The game was described as an “epic” and a “thriller” by commentators. The result sets up a crucial second leg in Germany next Wednesday, where Bayern will look to overturn the one-goal deficit.

The match also marked a unique occasion as Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer failed to make a single save throughout the entire game.

Reaction and What’s Next

The game has already sparked significant discussion, with football journalists and fans alike reacting to the high-scoring encounter. Declan Olley of Sky Sports described the match as a “nine-goal Champions League classic.”

The second leg in Munich promises to be another captivating contest as Bayern Munich aim to capitalize on their home advantage and progress to the Champions League final. PSG, meanwhile, will be looking to defend their lead and secure their place in the final.

Paddy Power is offering odds of 50-1 for a goal to be scored in the second leg, highlighting the expectation of further goals in the tie.