Paris, April 29, 2026 PSG Bayern Munich 9-goal Champions League record Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich shattered the Champions League semifinal goals record with a breathtaking 9-goal spectacle in their first-leg clash.
Historic Match Performance
The Champions League semifinal between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich has set a new benchmark, with nine goals scored in the first leg. This surpasses the previous record of seven goals, held by Inter Milan and Barcelona from the previous season. The match not only delivered relentless action but also highlighted the attacking prowess of both teams.
Chwitscha Kwarazchelia emerged as a standout performer for PSG, netting two goals to bring his knockout-phase tally to seven—the highest of any player this season. Meanwhile, Harry Kane added to Bayern’s efforts with his 13th Champions League goal of the campaign, converting a crucial penalty.
Key Players and Milestones
Ousmane Dembélé played a pivotal role for PSG, scoring from the penalty spot in the first half to put his team ahead 3-2. The match also marked Paris Saint-Germain’s 100th Champions League appearance, making them the first French club to reach this milestone.
Kylian Mbappé, despite being the tournament’s top scorer with 15 goals, saw his Real Madrid side eliminated in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, PSG and Bayern Munich are closing in on FC Barcelona’s all-time Champions League season record of 45 goals, set in 1999-2000, with 43 and 42 goals respectively this campaign.