Paris Saint-Germain delivered an attacking masterclass against Bayern Munich (5-4), before nearly throwing it all away in the closing moments. Between outstanding individual displays and alarming lapses, here are the highs and lows from this UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg.
🔥 The highs
Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
Simply unplayable. A goal, a penalty won, and relentless pressing. He led the Parisian attack with rare intensity.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG)
A brace and a constant threat to the Bavarian defense. Every touch created danger, symbolizing PSG at their most dazzling.
João Neves (PSG)
A goal and crucial defensive contributions. He also saved his team in key moments at the back.
Harry Kane (Bayern)
Even in the storm, he remained a reliable outlet. A scorer and attacking leader, always dangerous.
Key disappointments and fragile game management
❌ The lows
Marquinhos (PSG)
A mixed night for the captain. Too much space conceded and struggled in crucial duels.
Willian Pacho (PSG)
A heroic late save, but overall shaky and involved in several dangerous situations.
Joshua Kimmich (Bayern)
Less influential than usual in organizing play. He endured Parisian dominance for much of the match.
Paris’ game management
At 5-2, PSG seemed in full control… before an inexplicable drop in intensity. This collective blackout allowed Bayern back into the tie before the return leg.
A bittersweet victory
PSG came out on top but without full reassurance. Capable of overwhelming their opponent, they also showed worrying weaknesses in managing difficult phases. With the second leg in Germany approaching, everything remains wide open.
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