Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in a remarkable Champions League semi-final first leg at the Parc des Princes, with nine goals the most ever in a semi-final first leg. The match produced a breathless, attacking spectacle described as football of the demigods, combining fine craft with constant attacking thrust.
Five goals were scored in the first half alone. Bayern took the lead through a Harry Kane penalty after Luis Díaz was tripped. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia equalised with a low shot, then João Neves headed PSG ahead. Michael Olise levelled with a fine strike, only for Ousmane Dembélé to convert a penalty and make it 3-2 at half-time.
In the second half, PSG extended their lead to 4-2 early on, but Bayern rallied. However, the hosts held on for a 5-4 victory, taking a narrow advantage to the return leg. The result was described as largely arbitrary given the end-to-end nature of the match.
Kane’s penalty was his 13th Champions League goal of the season, while Olise and Kvaratskhelia were constant threats. Dembélé scored twice, including the decisive penalty. The match was crisp and clean despite the high scoreline, showcasing elite attacking talent.
