[CL Semi-Final 2nd Leg] PSG Draw 1-1 Away... Eliminate Bayern 6-5 on Aggregate! Set for Title Defense Against Arsenal
CL Semi-Final 2nd Leg: Bayern 1-1 PSG. Dembélé opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, Kane struck back in stoppage time, but PSG advance to the final for the second consecutive year on a 6-5 aggregate score. The final against Arsenal is set for May 30 in Budapest.
On May 6, 2026 (local time), the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Semi-Final 2nd Leg second fixture was held at the Allianz Arena, where host Bayern Munich and away side Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1. Having won the 1st Leg 5-4, PSG eliminated Bayern 6-5 on aggregate and secured their place in the CL Final for a second consecutive season. The Final will be played against Arsenal on May 30 in Budapest.
calendar_month Match Overview
- Competition ― UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Semi-Final 2nd Leg
- Fixture ― Bayern Munich vs Paris Saint-Germain
- Venue ― Allianz Arena (Munich)
- Kick-off ― May 6, 2026, 21:00 (local time) / May 7, 4:00 JST
- Result ― Bayern 1-1 PSG
- Aggregate ― PSG advance 5-6 on aggregate
- Next Match ― May 30, 2026 Final vs Arsenal @ Puskás Arena (Budapest)
sports_soccer Result and Goalscorers
The match was set in motion early by PSG's opening goal. Bayern, who entered the 2nd Leg just one goal behind, were now faced with a two-goal deficit on aggregate, failed to create enough clear-cut chances throughout, and were ultimately ended by a goal in stoppage time.
- 3' ― Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) ― Kvaratskhelia drove forward with a sharp dribble from the left flank and cut the ball back into the penalty area, where Dembélé calmly slotted home. An opening goal that brought courage in enemy territory.
- 90+4' ― Harry Kane (Bayern) ― With defeat all but certain, the ace refused to give up and scored a goal of pride. The match had already been decided, but it was a goal that answered the home crowd.
Despite conceding away and in stoppage time, PSG still advanced 6-5 on aggregate. The young goalkeeper — with Safonov chosen over Donnarumma — put in a near-perfect performance against the powerful attacking line including Kane.
menu_book Pre-Match Preview and Key Storylines
The 1st Leg produced a nine-goal thriller. Although PSG won 5-4 at home, the question of whether they would enter the 2nd Leg with only a one-goal lead or a more comfortable advantage was expected to significantly shape the contest. Before the match, PSG manager Luis Enrique stated that "at least three goals are needed," emphasizing an attacking approach even away from home rather than sitting back to protect a one-goal lead.
The three key storylines heading into the match were as follows:
- Bayern's comeback capacity ― They needed to score two or more goals at home to force extra time or a direct turnaround. The focus was on whether Kane, Musiala, Olise, and Luis Díaz could make up for their underperformance in the 1st Leg.
- PSG's front three ― Whether the versatile attacking trio of Kvaratskhelia, Dembélé, and Doué could exploit the space in behind Bayern's defensive line on the counter. One goal would essentially seal PSG's progression.
- The goalkeeper battle ― PSG named 22-year-old Russia international Safonov for a second consecutive match instead of first-choice GK Donnarumma. Attention was also drawn to the head-to-head between him and Bayern's veteran Neuer.
Under the current rules — since the abolition of the away goals rule — PSG, holding a two-goal advantage, were seen as overwhelming favourites, and the majority of media previews backed PSG to go through. The actual flow of the match unfolded almost exactly as anticipated.
info Confirmed Line-ups
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1)
- GK Neuer
- DF Laimer / Upamecano / Tah / Stanisic
- DM Kimmich / Pavlovic
- MF Olise / Musiala / Luis Díaz
- FW Kane
Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3)
- GK Safonov
- DF Zaire-Emery / Marquinhos / Pacho / Nuno Mendes
- MF João Neves / Vitinha / Fabian Ruiz
- FW Doué / Dembélé / Kvaratskhelia
star Goalscorers' Stats This Season and Expectations for WC 2026
Ousmane Dembélé (PSG / France national team)
The lightning-fast opener in the 3rd minute gave PSG a massive psychological advantage as they battled away in Munich. The clinical finish from the chance created by Kvaratskhelia's run was the most decisive contribution yet on the road to back-to-back CL titles.
2025-26 Season Key Stats (Ligue 1)
- Appearances: 19
- Goals: 10 (1st in PSG's internal scoring ranking)
- Assists: 6
- Goals per 90 mins: 0.97 (among the top outfield players in Ligue 1)
- FotMob average rating: 7.5
arrow_forward Expectations for WC 2026
For the France national team under manager Didier Deschamps, Dembélé is an absolutely vital attacking key man alongside Mbappé. Dembélé is a "position-agnostic, unpredictable dribbler" capable of creating high-quality chances not only from the right wing but also centrally and on the left, making him the most difficult player for opposing scouts to prepare for. France are considered one of the top favourites for this summer's North American WC, and there is every chance Dembélé could factor into the tournament MVP or Golden Boot conversation. The question is whether he can carry the Ballon d'Or discussions surrounding his club performances directly into glory with the national team.
Harry Kane (Bayern / England national team)
A determined goal deep into stoppage time. With his team already eliminated, the ace continued to chase his own goal right to the very end — a display utterly characteristic of Kane throughout the season.
2025-26 Season Key Stats (Bundesliga)
- Appearances: 29
- Goals: 33 (runaway leader in the Bundesliga scoring charts)
- Assists: 5
- Shots: 111 (63 on target)
- Goals per 90 mins: 1.35
- All competitions total: 41 goals / 35 matches (including CL)
arrow_forward Expectations for WC 2026
An absolute presence who is virtually certain to claim a third consecutive Bundesliga Golden Boot. While he continues to deliver results for his club, the tactical setup placing Kane as the central striker under new England manager Thomas Tuchel has been firmly established. His all-time England international goalscoring record continues to be rewritten, and he is the leading favourite for the Golden Boot at the North American WC. He heads into the tournament carrying the weight of a first World Cup title in 60 years since 1966. This is likely to be the last grand stage where he can shed the label of "the greatest striker of his generation without a major trophy."
local_fire_department The Final: PSG's Bid for Back-to-Back Titles vs Arsenal's Quest for a First
The Final will be held on May 30, 2026 (local time) at the Puskás Arena in Budapest, Hungary. Arsenal defeated Real Madrid across two legs in the Semi-Finals to reach the Final, where they will bid for the club's first-ever CL title. PSG, meanwhile, are chasing a second consecutive title following their maiden triumph last season.
- PSG ― Back-to-back titles in their sights; can they showcase the Enrique era at its peak once more?
- Arsenal ― One step away from a first-ever CL title; the culmination of Arteta's project
A detailed Final preview, viewing guide, and predicted line-ups for both teams will be published at a later date. Match schedules and kick-off times can also be found via the article /calendar calendar at the top of the site.
info Sources: CNN, Al Jazeera, Goal.com open_in_new, Soccer King, Outlook India, NPR, Bavarian Football Works, Bulinews, FotMob, Tribuna, SofaScore (match live updates and player statistics data referenced)