The Champions League returns to Germany for a crucial semi-final clash as Bayern Munich host Paris Saint-Germain at the Allianz Arena. After a thrilling 5-4 defeat in the first leg, Bayern need a victory to keep their hopes alive. Here is everything you need to know about how to watch the match.
Kick-off Time and Venue
The highly anticipated second leg is scheduled to begin at 8pm on Wednesday, May 6. Fans should ensure they are settled in before the first whistle to avoid missing any early drama in this high-stakes encounter. This deciding match will take place at the Allianz Arena, Bayern Munich's iconic home stadium. The venue is expected to be at its full capacity of 75,000 spectators as the home crowd attempts to roar their team to the final.
UK TV Channel and Live Stream
The game will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 1. Coverage is set to start exactly at 7pm, providing an hour of expert analysis and build-up before the action begins. Fans who prefer to watch online can stream the match via the HBO Max app, which has recently become the home for TNT Sports digital content. You can access the stream on your mobile, tablet, or smart TV device.
Watching in the US
Viewers in the United States can watch the English-language broadcast on Paramount+, which holds the primary rights for the competition. The match will also be available on the CBS Sports Network with kick-off taking place at 3pm ET (12pm PT).
UK Radio Coverage
For those unable to watch the game on a screen, BBC Radio 5 Live will provide extensive coverage throughout the evening. You can also tune in to talkSPORT for live updates and expert commentary as the match unfolds in Munich.
Team News
Bayern Munich: Bayern Munich will be without Serge Gnabry who is out for the season, though they welcome back manager Vincent Kompany to the touchline after his suspension. Tom Bischof and Lennart Karl have both been absent due to muscle injuries but have recently returned to training.
PSG: The Ligue 1 side are expected to lean heavily on Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to maintain their narrow aggregate lead. They will be without Achraf Hakimi, who pulled up in the first leg with a hamstring injury and is set to be sidelined for a number of weeks.
Head-to-Head Record
These two European giants have met 16 times in the Champions League, with Bayern holding a slight overall edge in wins. However, PSG’s victory in the first leg has shifted the recent momentum as they look to reach a second consecutive final.
Match Context
Bayern Munich enter this game needing a victory by at least one goal to force extra time or two goals to win the tie outright. Following their 5-4 defeat in the first leg, the lack of the away goals rule means the scenario is simple: the winner on aggregate proceeds to the final.
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