Bayern Munich beat PSG 2–1 to hand champions first loss

The result marked PSG’s first continental defeat of the season, while injuries to key players Ousmane Dembélé and Achraf Hakimi further worsened their setback.

Early dominance and clinical finishing from Bayern

Bayern took control early, with Colombian forward Luis Díaz scoring twice in the first half—first in the 4th minute, then again in the 32nd minute—to give the visitors a commanding lead. The match took a dramatic turn late in the first half when Díaz was sent off for a dangerous tackle from behind on Hakimi, who left the pitch in tears with an apparent injury. PSG had already lost Dembélé to injury in the 25th minute, worsening their problems.

Injuries and missed opportunities for PSG

Dembélé, who had only recently come back from a thigh injury, was forced off just minutes after a goal was disallowed by VAR for offside. The seriousness of his latest injury remains unknown, with early reports hinting at possible muscle discomfort. In the second half, substitute João Neves scored for PSG in the 74th minute, but Bayern’s disciplined defending and compact midfield ensured they retained the lead.

Bayern’s momentum builds, PSG faces uncertainty

The victory cements Bayern Munich’s unbeaten run in the group stage and strengthens their position among the tournament’s top contenders. PSG, meanwhile, face growing concerns over squad fitness as both Dembélé and Hakimi await medical evaluations ahead of upcoming fixtures. The French side’s hopes of maintaining their European title defence now depend on a quick recovery and tactical regrouping before the next round.