PSG vs Bayern Munich — UCL Semi-Final 2026
1st leg: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | Parc des Princes, Paris 2nd leg: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | Allianz Arena, Munich
Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich meet in one of the most anticipated semi-finals in recent Champions League history.
Road to the semi-final
PSG eliminated Liverpool in dominant fashion — a clean 4-0 aggregate victory across two legs. Ousmane Dembélé was outstanding throughout, while Kvaratskhelia provided consistent creativity in the final third.
Bayern Munich produced arguably the tie of the tournament against Real Madrid, winning 6-4 on aggregate in a breathtaking eight-goal over two legs. Michael Olise's injury-time winner in the 2nd leg at the Allianz Arena sealed one of Bayern's most dramatic European nights.
Key players
PSG
- Ousmane Dembélé — 2 goals in the Liverpool tie, relentless in wide areas
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia — creative spark and left-side threat
- Désiré Doué — young talent who opened scoring in the QF 1st leg
Bayern Munich
- Harry Kane — top scorer in the Bundesliga, clinical in the Real Madrid tie
- Michael Olise — match-winner in the QF 2nd leg, dangerous from wide
- Aleksandar Pavlović — box-to-box energy and press intensity
Head-to-head
PSG and Bayern Munich have met multiple times in the Champions League. Their most memorable recent clash was the 2020 final in Lisbon, which Bayern won 1–0. This semi-final is a rematch of that classic encounter at the top level.
Match preview
PSG hold home advantage in the 1st leg. Their Parc des Princes is a fortress in European competition, and the pressure to reach the final after years of near-misses will drive the crowd.
Bayern's pressing system is one of the most intense in European football. Their ability to win the ball high up the pitch and transition quickly will test PSG's defensive line. Kane's movement in behind will be a key weapon against PSG's high line.
The second leg in Munich will be decisive if the tie is close after Paris.
Prediction
Both legs will be competitive. PSG's home record and individual quality give them a slight edge over the two legs, but Bayern have the depth and tactical flexibility to push this to the wire.
Prediction: PSG advance on aggregate after a tight two-legged tie
FAQ
When is PSG vs Bayern Munich in the UCL semi-final?
The 1st leg is on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Parc des Princes. The 2nd leg is on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Allianz Arena.
Who are the favourites for PSG vs Bayern UCL semi-final?
Both teams are evenly matched. PSG have home advantage in the 1st leg; Bayern have the momentum of a dramatic comeback win over Real Madrid.
How did PSG qualify for the UCL semi-finals?
PSG beat Liverpool 4-0 on aggregate in the quarter-finals (2-0 in Paris, 2-0 at Anfield).
How did Bayern qualify for the UCL semi-finals?
Bayern beat Real Madrid 6-4 on aggregate — including a 4-3 win at the Allianz Arena with Olise scoring in injury time.