The second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final between Bayern Munich vs PSG will be on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, with kickoff at 21:00 CET at the Fußball Arena München. The first leg in Paris ended in a wild 5-4 win for PSG, so Bayern go into the return fixture needing to overturn a one-goal deficit on home soil.
Bayern’s own club site says Munich are aiming to overturn that deficit and reach the final in Budapest on 30 May. This is exactly the kind of night that defines a Champions League season.
The two clubs scored nine goals in the first leg, setting a new semi-final scoring record in the competition’s history. According to the official preview, Bayern and PSG are this season’s top scorers in the tournament, with 42 and 43 goals respectively.
Manager Vincent Kompany has most of his key players available after resting several starters during the weekend.
Luis Enrique maintains a strong core but must reshuffle his defense and midfield due to fresh injuries
That mix is what makes the second leg feel like a full-blown European blockbuster instead of a careful tactical rematch.
Bayern Munich vs PSG Match Details, Date, Time, Lineups & More
- Tournament: UEFA Champions League semi-final, second leg.
- Match Date: Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
- Time: 21:00 CET.
- Venue: Fußball Arena München.
- Location: Munich, Germany.
- First-leg result: PSG 5-4 Bayern Munich.
Both teams rotated heavily in their domestic leagues over the weekend to prepare for this clash. Therefore, the most reliable approach for this preview is to reference Bayern Munich vs PSG’s possible line-ups along with the latest injury updates from the clubs, rather than assuming that the teams have already been announced.
Team News and Analysis
Bayern Munich
Bayern enter the second leg with the pressure of having to chase the tie, but their own club site makes clear there is still belief. Bayern have won five of their seven home meetings against PSG in European competition, won their last two home games against the French side, and have lost only one of their last 29 Champions League home matches. That is a very strong platform for a comeback attempt.
The injury picture is mixed but manageable. FC Bayern have officially ruled out Raphaël Guerreiro after a hamstring tear and Lennart Karl after a thigh muscle injury, which reduces Vincent Kompany’s options a little, especially in rotation roles.
Even so, the starting core remains powerful, with Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Konrad Laimer, Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, Luis Díaz, and Harry Kane all part of the club’s current Champions League picture.
Kane is still Bayern’s most important individual in the tie. Bayern’s own stats article says he scored his 13th Champions League goal in the first leg and has scored in each of his last five knockout-stage appearances. With Bayern needing goals, that kind of consistency matters even more in a second leg that is likely to open up as the match goes on.
Paris Saint-Germain
PSG arrive in Munich as the holders and with the confidence of a side that has already shown it can win big away from home. Luis Enrique has all players available except Quentin Ndjantou, and the club’s possible line-up list for the first leg featured a front three of Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia behind a midfield of Warren Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, and João Neves. That gives PSG both control and sharpness in transition.
Paris also went into the tie in strong domestic shape. Bayern’s build-up coverage noted that PSG beat Angers 3-0 shortly before the first leg, while Luis Enrique said it was the “best preparation” for a Champions League semi-final.
The same coverage also showed PSG’s attacking options remain deep, with players like Bradley Barcola, Gonçalo Ramos, Kvaratskhelia, and Dembélé all capable of changing a game.
Head-to-Head Record
UEFA’s head-to-head page gives Bayern the edge overall, with 9 wins to PSG’s 7, and no draws in their Champions League meetings. Bayern have also won five straight against PSG in the competition before Paris took the first leg, which makes this second leg a fascinating clash between long-term history and current momentum.
| Category | Bayern Munich | PSG |
|---|---|---|
| UEFA wins | 9 | 7 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Goals scored | 25 | 21 |
Bayern Munich vs PSG Starting Lineups
| Feature | FC Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1) | PSG (4-3-3) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Manuel Neuer | Matvey Safonov |
| Defenders | Stanisic, Upamecano, Tah, Davies | Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes |
| Midfielders | Kimmich, Pavlovic | João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz |
| Attackers | Olise, Musiala, Luis Díaz | Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia |
| Striker | Harry Kane | — |
Bayern Munich Injury News
- Injury Returns: Lennart Karl, Tom Bischof, and Raphaël Guerreiro have reportedly returned to training and could be available for selection.
- Confirmed Absentees: Serge Gnabry is the only major confirmed miss due to an adductor/thigh injury.
PSG Injury News
- Fresh Injuries:
- Achraf Hakimi: Ruled out for several weeks with a hamstring injury sustained in the first leg.
- Lucas Chevalier: Unavailable due to a hand injury.
Key Players to Watch
For Bayern, Harry Kane is the obvious headline name because he keeps scoring in Europe and already has 13 Champions League goals this season. Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala are the players most likely to unlock PSG if Bayern can get the crowd behind them.
For PSG, Dembélé and Kvaratskhelia are the wide threats that can hurt Bayern on the break, while Vitinha is the midfield metronome who can dictate tempo.
Match Prediction
This should be another fast, open, high-quality match. Bayern have the home advantage and a very strong record at the Allianz Arena, but PSG arrive with a one-goal lead and an attack capable of punishing any overcommitment.
Bayern will probably create chances, and PSG almost certainly will too. The most likely outcome is a game with goals at both ends, with the aggregate situation deciding everything. Prediction: Bayern Munich 2-2 PSG, with PSG advancing on aggregate.
Where to Watch Bayern Munich vs PSG
UEFA’s official broadcast list shows the following regional coverage for the 2025/26 Champions League.
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| USA | Paramount+ / TUDN / DAZN |
| UK | HBO Max / Amazon Prime / BBC* |
| Germany | DAZN / Amazon Prime / ZDF* |
| France | Canal+ |
| Australia | Stan Sport |