Match preview

Bayern head into the second leg in unusual circumstances, still searching for consistency after a chaotic run of games. Following their defeat to PSG, they were held to a dramatic 3-3 draw with Heidenheim, only rescuing a point in stoppage time through Michael Olise. Vincent Kompany’s side continue to deliver high-scoring matches, with their last three fixtures producing an extraordinary 22 goals in total.

The key question for Bayern is whether they can turn their open, chaotic style into sustained pressure at home. Several key players — including Neuer, Upamecano, Davies, Kimmich, Olise, Luis Díaz, and Harry Kane — are expected to return to the starting XI after rotation, with Kane in particular eager to extend his strong Champions League scoring form.

PSG won the first leg 5-4 in a breathtaking encounter, though the match was far from straightforward. Luis Enrique’s side dominated large spells, especially in the first hour, but nearly threw it away after conceding three goals in quick succession. The attacking trio of Dembélé, Doué, and Kvaratskhelia was devastating, combining for seven goal contributions.

Since then, PSG drew 2-2 with Lorient, once again showing some defensive vulnerability after leading. However, their away form remains exceptional, with six consecutive wins on the road and five straight clean sheets across competitions. The absence of Achraf Hakimi could, however, leave them more exposed on the flanks against Bayern’s wide attackers.

Probable lineups

Bayern: Neuer; Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Davies; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Musiala, Luis Díaz; Kane

PSG: Safonov; Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia

Match facts & head-to-head

PSG won the first leg 5-4, the highest-scoring Champions League semi-final on record.

Bayern have won five of their last six home matches against PSG at the Allianz Arena, scoring 15 goals in those games.

PSG have progressed in 36 of 43 European knockout ties after winning the first leg.

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