PSG defeats Bayern Munich 5-4 in high-scoring Champions League semifinal first leg

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:44:00 +0200

In a thrilling and chaotic first leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal at Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The match featured nine goals and end-to-end action from the opening whistle. Bayern took the early lead with a Harry Kane penalty in the 17th minute, but PSG quickly responded as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia leveled the score. João Neves then headed PSG ahead from a corner, making it 2-1. Michael Olise equalized for Bayern with a stunning strike before halftime, followed by Ousmane Dembélé converting a penalty to give PSG a 3-2 lead at the break. In the second half, Kvaratskhelia scored his second goal to extend the lead to 4-2. Dembélé added his second of the night for a 5-2 advantage. Bayern mounted a late comeback with headers from Dayot Upamecano and a goal by Luis Díaz, narrowing the gap to 5-4. The game was marked by exceptional attacking play, defensive lapses, and high-quality goals, leaving the tie wide open ahead