# Bayern Munich vs PSG Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Timings, Lineups and How to Watch — The Final Before the Final at Parc des Princes

URL: https://technosports.co.in/bayern-munich-vs-psg-match-preview/  
Published: 2026-04-26  
Updated: 2026-04-26  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

When the two most prolific clubs in this season’s Champions League meet in the semis, you know you’re in for something special. Paris vs Bayern — defending champions against the relentless German machine — is the tie the entire continent has been waiting for.

Both PSG and Bayern Munich have scored 38 goals each in this season’s Champions League — the most of any clubs — making this semi-final first leg at the Parc des Princes one of the most eagerly anticipated matches of the decade. [UEFA Champions League](https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/02a4-2074ffd9bb80-06c4ead67a49-1000--paris-vs-bayern-champions-league-preview-where-to-watch-/)

## Bayern Munich vs PSG: Match Info

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | PSG vs Bayern Munich (1st Leg) |
| **Competition** | UEFA Champions League Semi-Final |
| **Date** | Tuesday, April 28, 2026 |
| **Kick-off** | 21:00 CET / 19:00 UTC / 12:30 AM IST (Apr 29) |
| **Venue** | Parc des Princes, Paris |
| **Capacity** | 47,929 |
| **2nd Leg** | Wednesday, May 6 — Allianz Arena, Munich |
| **Final** | May 30, Budapest |

## Team News & Injuries

PSG head into this tie without Désiré Doué (leg), Nuno Mendes (thigh), Fabián Ruiz (bruised knee), and Quentin Ndjantou (hamstring). Bayern are missing Tom Bischof (calf), Lennart Karl (muscle), Sven Ulreich (muscle), and several long-term absentees.

**Predicted PSG XI (4-3-3):** Chevalier; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernández; Zaïre-Emery, João Neves, Vitinha; Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia, Barcola

**Predicted Bayern XI (4-2-3-1):** Neuer; Stanišić, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer; Kimmich, Pavlović; Olise, Gnabry, Díaz; Kane

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## The Road Here & Key Stats

PSG demolished Liverpool 4-0 on aggregate in the quarter-finals, while Bayern staged a stunning comeback against Real Madrid, overturning a 2-0 deficit to win 6-4 on aggregate with three goals after the 80th minute.

In the H2H, Bayern hold a dominant advantage with 8 wins to PSG’s 3, with no draws between them in UEFA competition. [fotmob](https://www.fotmob.com/matches/bayern-munchen-vs-paris-saint-germain/376tlg) But PSG are the reigning champions and playing at home.

Both sides arrive unbeaten in their last 6 matches, with both teams winning all 6 of their most recent games [fotmob](https://www.fotmob.com/matches/bayern-munchen-vs-paris-saint-germain/376tlg) — making this almost impossible to call.

## Bayern Munich vs PSG: Our Prediction

Harry Kane has scored in his last five Champions League outings with a career-high 12 goals this season. Marquinhos, meanwhile, will equal Roberto Carlos’ Brazilian record of 120 Champions League appearances. [UEFA Champions League](https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/02a4-2074ffd9bb80-06c4ead67a49-1000--paris-vs-bayern-champions-league-preview-where-to-watch-/) This has all the hallmarks of a classic. **Prediction: PSG 2–1 Bayern Munich.**

## How to Watch

Full broadcast details at the [official UEFA Champions League website](https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/). For more UCL coverage, visit [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in) and our [Football section](https://technosports.co.in/category/football/).

Learn more about the [UEFA Champions League](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UEFA_Champions_League) on Wikipedia.

## FAQs

### **Q: When and where is the PSG vs Bayern Munich UCL semi-final first leg?**

The match kicks off at 21:00 CET on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Parc des Princes in Paris. The second leg is on May 6 in Munich, with the final on May 30 in Budapest.

### **Q: Who are the key injury absences for PSG vs Bayern Munich?**

 PSG are without Doué, Nuno Mendes, and Fabián Ruiz. Bayern miss Bischof and Ulreich, though both squads remain largely intact for this massive semi-final.