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The Champions League semifinal between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Bayern Munich took place on April 29, 2026, in Paris. The match featured a record nine goals, making it one of the highest-scoring semifinals in Champions League history.

Harry Kane opened the scoring for Bayern Munich with a penalty in the 17th minute. PSG responded quickly, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scoring twice and Ousmane Dembele converting another penalty before halftime. By the 33rd minute, Joao Neves had added another goal for PSG.

In the second half, Bayern Munich fought back. Dayot Upamecano scored in the 65th minute, followed by Luis Diaz finding the net just three minutes later. The match ended with PSG winning 5-4.

Key statistics:

• PSG scored five goals while Bayern Munich netted four.
• The match featured five goals in the first half and four in the second half.
• This was the first time in a European semifinal that both teams scored four or more goals.

The game has been described as a “goal-fest” by experts and fans alike. Thierry Henry remarked, “This is football at its absolute peak. Pure cinema. End to end, no breaks, no breathing space… you blink and you miss something.” Ousmane Dembele added that it was a match between two great teams who attack without hesitation.

The second leg of the semifinal will be played in Munich. The aggregate score will determine which team qualifies for the final on May 30, 2026. Bayern Munich’s goalkeeper Manuel Neuer failed to make any saves during this high-intensity match.