Paris Saint-Germain secured their place in the UEFA Champions League final after overcoming Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregat in a tense semi-final clash at the Allianz Arena.
Holding a 5-4 advantage from the first leg, PSG extended their lead inside three minutes in Munich. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia produced a brilliant run and delivery, which Ousmane Dembele finished emphatically to put the visitors in control.
Early blow sets the tone
Bayern, managed by Vincent Kompany, responded with intensity but struggled to break down a disciplined PSG side. Harry Kane was largely contained during the contest, limiting the hosts’ attacking threat.
A major flashpoint arrived in the first half when Bayern appealed for a penalty after a clearance struck Joao Neves’ arm inside the box. However, no spot-kick was awarded, with the decision aligned to handball laws involving deflections from team-mates.
PSG control second half
After the break, PSG created the clearer chances, with Desire Doue going close on multiple occasions. Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer kept the hosts in contention with several key saves.
Despite sustained pressure from Bayern late on, PSG maintained control of the tie.
Kane strike not enough
Kane eventually found the net deep into stoppage time, registering his 55th goal of the season, but it proved insufficient to overturn the deficit.
PSG now advance to the final, where they will face Arsenal in Budapest on May 30, as they aim to retain their European crown.
