PSG secured a 5-4 victory against Bayern Munich in their Champions League semi-final first leg at Parc des Princes. The match was marked by an incredible comeback from Bayern, who trailed 5-2 before scoring two late goals.
This high-scoring match featured a total of nine goals, making it one of the most thrilling semi-finals in European Cup history. Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia each scored two goals for PSG. Harry Kane converted a penalty for Bayern in the 17th minute.
After VAR reviewed an offside decision, Luis Diaz added another goal for Bayern. This match also marked the first time in a European semi-final that both teams scored four or more goals.
PSG’s coach Luis Enrique praised the intensity of the game, stating, “I have never experienced a match with such intensity and such a desire to win.” Meanwhile, Bayern’s coach Vincent Kompany expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance despite the loss, noting that conceding five goals away from home typically leads to elimination.
Key statistics:
- PSG led 5-2 before Bayern scored two late goals.
- The second leg will occur at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
- If five goals are scored in the second leg, it will become the highest-scoring Champions League knockout tie in history.
Both teams displayed aggressive and intense play throughout the match. Marquinhos commented, “Every football fan loves a game like that. It was a crazy game, two teams who play similar, aggressive and intense.” The excitement surrounding this match sets high expectations for the upcoming second leg.
