No Clear Favorite as PSG Hosts Bayern in Champions League Semifinal

Champions League Semifinal: PSG vs. Bayern

According to Главком: On April 28, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain will welcome Bayern Munich to the Parc des Princes for the first leg of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League semifinals. Bookmakers have yet to designate a clear frontrunner for this highly anticipated clash. Odds for a PSG victory stand at 2.34, while a Bayern win is priced at 2.80. A draw is offered at 4.05. In the outright winner market (which team advances to the final), PSG is listed at 2.23 and Bayern at 1.69.

Road to the Semifinals and Head-to-Head History

PSG advanced to this stage by overcoming Monaco, Chelsea, and Liverpool. In their tie against Liverpool, PSG secured two identical 2-0 wins, with goals from Doue, Kvaratskhelia, and a brace from Dembele. Bayern, meanwhile, eliminated Atalanta and Real Madrid. Against Real Madrid, Bayern posted 2-1 and 4-3 victories, with goals from Diaz, Kane, Pavlovic, and Olise.

The two sides have met 16 times in total, with Bayern winning 9 matches and PSG winning 7-there have been no draws. Their most recent encounter came in the group stage of this same season, where Bayern defeated PSG 2-1. Diaz scored a brace for Bayern, while Neves replied for PSG. However, in a summer match during the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup, PSG beat Bayern 2-0, with goals from Doue and Dembele.

As of today, Bayern will be without several injured players: Ulreich, Guerreiro, Carl, Bischof, and Gnabry. PSG’s expected starting lineup includes:

• Safonov
• Hakimi
• Marquinhos
• Pacho
• Mendes
• Zaire-Emery
• Vitinha
• Neves
• Doue
• Dembele
• Kvaratskhelia

Bayern’s probable lineup features:

• Neuer
• Stanisic
• Upamecano
• Ta
• Laimer
• Kimmich
• Pavlovic
• Olise
• Musiala
• Diaz
• Kane

The match will be broadcast on the Megogo streaming service at 10:00 PM Kyiv time on the Megogo Football 1 channel. Given the history between these clubs and the quality on both sides, this fixture promises to be both thrilling and unpredictable.

The PSG vs. Bayern semifinal is set to be a high-stakes showdown, shaped by their past encounters and current form. Both teams boast strong squads and deep experience in international competitions, making them evenly matched. Bayern's injury list may affect their performance, but the club has repeatedly shown resilience in tough situations. This match could prove decisive in the race for the Champions League trophy, and both clubs have every reason to believe they can advance.

As both teams prepare for this crucial matchup, fans may also be interested in the recent performance of Bayern Munich against Real Madrid. This clash has significant implications for the Champions League, making it essential to analyze which team might have the upper hand. For a detailed breakdown of that encounter, check out our article on Bayern's journey to the semifinals.