Bayern Munich earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over a struggling Paris Saint-Germain side, boosting their chances of finishing in the Champions League’s top eight.
Coman Threatens, Kim Min-Jae Delivers
Kingsley Coman was Bayern’s standout performer in the first half, repeatedly troubling PSG’s defense. In the 28th minute, he weaved past three defenders but failed to keep his shot on target.
Bayern eventually found the breakthrough when PSG’s backup goalkeeper Matvey Safonov misjudged a Joshua Kimmich corner. Kim Min-jae took advantage of the mistake, heading the ball into an open net to give the hosts the lead.
PSG’s Struggles and Dembele’s Costly Red Card
PSG, winless in the competition since their opening victory against Girona, struggled to impose themselves at the Allianz Arena. Their challenge became even harder when Ousmane Dembele was sent off in the 57th minute.
Dembele, who was already on a yellow card for dissent, committed a foul on Alphonso Davies in Bayern’s defensive third. Though the second booking could be debated, the winger’s decision to make such a challenge left his team with 10 men for over half an hour.
Bayern Secure the Points Despite Quiet Kane
Bayern created several chances to double their lead, with Leroy Sane and Joshua Kimmich going close. However, their attack lacked the clinical edge, and Harry Kane, fresh off a hat-trick last Friday, was unusually quiet.
In the final stages, Bayern opted for a conservative approach to protect their slender lead, and it proved enough to secure all three points.
A Crucial Win for Bayern
This victory strengthens Bayern Munich’s position in the league phase as they edge closer to a top-eight finish. While their performance lacked attacking sharpness, they capitalized on PSG’s errors and showed tactical discipline to see out the win.
For PSG, the defeat marks another missed opportunity and raises concerns about their form in Europe. With three games remaining, both teams will need to sharpen their strategies to achieve their respective goals.