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Bayern München vs Paris Saint Germain: UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Preview

The UEFA Champions League semi-finals fixture at Allianz Arena, Munich, sees Bayern München host Paris Saint Germain on 2026-05-06. Bayern arrive as a high-flying side in the competition, sitting 2nd in the overall table with 21 points and a +14 goal difference. Paris Saint Germain are 11th in the standings on 14 points with a +10 goal difference.

Bayern München Availability

Bayern face a stretched squad.

  • M. Cardozo (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
  • S. Gnabry (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
  • C. Kiala (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
  • W. Mike (Hip Injury) is sidelined.
  • B. Ndiaye (Inactive) is sidelined.

The absence of S. Gnabry, who has contributed 2 goals and 5 assists in the UEFA Champions League, is a major blow to Bayern’s attacking depth. However, leading scorer H. Kane (13 goals, 2 assists) and L. Díaz (7 goals, 3 assists) are available.

Paris Saint Germain Availability

Paris Saint Germain also have notable absentees.

  • L. Chevalier (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
  • A. Hakimi (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
  • Q. Ndjantou (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.

A. Hakimi, with 1 goal and 6 assists, is sidelined and his creativity from deep is a major blow. Key attacking figures K. Kvaratskhelia (10 goals, 5 assists) and O. Dembélé (6 goals, 2 assists) remain available.

Impact Summary

Bayern’s missing players mainly trim rotation options but still leave a potent core that has produced 22 goals in 8 matches. Paris Saint Germain lose significant supply from Hakimi, yet retain a balanced attacking unit that has scored 21 goals in 8 games.

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