PSG edges Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) reached their second consecutive Champions League final after a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich on May 6, 2026, which secured a 6-5 aggregate victory. The title-holders will face Arsenal on May 30 in Budapest as they seek to clinch the trophy for a second consecutive season.

In a gripping semi-final second leg at Munich's Allianz Arena, PSG took the lead less than three minutes into the match when Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé scored, putting the visitors two goals up on aggregate. Despite some late pressure from Bayern, including a stoppage-time goal from Harry Kane, PSG managed to defend their lead and maintain control of the match.

This game was set against the backdrop of PSG's prior triumph at the same stadium, where they defeated Inter Milan in the previous year's final. PSG demonstrated their superiority in a competition they had long coveted.

Bayern Munich, frustrated by certain refereeing decisions in the first half, struggled to make a significant impact in attack. Despite being crowned Bundesliga champions and competing for their first Champions League title since defeating PSG in the 2020 final, Bayern's fourth loss of the season left the club contemplating their missed opportunities.

Both teams, having played their 52nd match of the season across all competitions, showed fatigue; however, only Bayern appeared to be affected, which diminished their attacking prowess compared to the high-scoring first leg.

In the early moments, PSG's Fabian Ruiz provided a key pass to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who assisted Dembélé’s goal, leaving Bayern stunned again after having conceded just 36 seconds in a previous match against Real Madrid. Although Bayern claimed for a handball penalty against Vitinha later in the half, their requests were dismissed, and they failed to capitalize on their possession.

In the second half, PSG exhibited a more defensive approach, absorbing Bayern’s pressure effectively while remaining a threat on the counter. The Bavarians dominated overall possession but only found the net late in the game through Kane. With time running out and a restart necessary, it was ultimately too late for Bayern to reverse their fate.