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Paris Saint-Germain edged Bayern Munich in a dramatic nine goal contest at Parc des Princes to take a narrow advantage in their UEFA Champions League semi final.
The match delivered an intense spectacle from the opening whistle, with five goals scored in a frenetic first half. Bayern struck first through a penalty from Harry Kane after Luis Díaz was fouled. PSG responded quickly as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia curled in a precise finish before João Neves put the hosts ahead with a well placed header.
Bayern answered through Michael Olise, who produced a moment of skill to level the score. Just before the break, PSG were awarded a penalty following a VAR review that ruled Alphonso Davies had handled the ball. Ousmane Dembélé converted to restore PSG's lead.
The second half saw PSG take greater control as their attacking trio proved decisive. Kvaratskhelia added another goal after a delivery from Achraf Hakimi, and Dembélé struck again to extend the lead to three. Bayern refused to fold, with Dayot Upamecano scoring from close range before Díaz finished a move created by Kane to reduce the deficit to one.
The result leaves the tie finely balanced ahead of the second leg in Munich. Despite conceding five times, Bayern remain firmly in contention after showing resilience late in the match.
PSG's attacking strength was evident throughout, with Kvaratskhelia continuing his impressive run of form in the competition. Dembélé also played a key role, contributing
goals and constant pressure in the final third. The French side capitalized on Bayern's aggressive approach, which at times left space at the back.
Bayern, already Bundesliga champions, demonstrated their own attacking quality. Their forward line, led by Kane, Olise, and Díaz, created several chances and kept the contest alive. The German side will take confidence from their ability to respond under pressure and will look to overturn the deficit at home.
Both teams are among the highest scoring sides in the competition, and this encounter reflected their attacking intent. With only a one goal margin separating them, the second leg promises another high intensity clash as both clubs pursue a place in the final.
