PSG on Brink of European Crown Defence

TDT | Manama

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Paris Saint-Germain are through to the Champions League final after a 1–1 draw with Bayern Munich in the second leg, securing a 6–5 aggregate victory. They will face Arsenal in the final on May 30 in Budapest, as they move within one match of claiming a second European title.

PSG made a fast start, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring in the 3rd minute to extend their advantage in the tie. The move came down the left, where Khvicha Kvaratskhelia combined with Fabián Ruiz before delivering a low cross that Dembélé finished past Manuel Neuer.

Bayern gradually took control of possession and territory but struggled to create clear chances against a well-organised PSG defensive shape. Despite sustained pressure, the visitors limited space in key areas and managed the game with composure for long spells.

The match came alive in stoppage time when Harry Kane equalised for Bayern, finishing from close range to give the home side hope in the dying moments. However, the goal was not enough to alter the outcome, with PSG still holding a narrow aggregate lead.

There was also controversy in the first half when Bayern appealed for a penalty after a handball incident involving João Neves, but the referee waved play on. Earlier physical exchanges involving Nuno Mendes also added to Bayern’s frustration as the atmosphere inside the Allianz Arena grew increasingly tense.

In the end, PSG’s first-leg advantage proved decisive. Despite Bayern’s late push and Kane’s stoppage-time goal, the French side held on across both legs to reach another Champions League final.