The stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to the Champions League semi-final as Bayern Munich prepare to host Paris Saint-Germain at the Allianz Arena. The second leg kicks off at 22:00 Moscow time, with Portuguese referee Joao Pedro Pinheiro taking charge of this high-stakes encounter.
PSG carry a slender advantage into the match after a thrilling 5-4 victory in the first leg. That result means Bayern must overturn a one-goal deficit to reach the final, while the French side will look to protect their lead and advance.
Bayern manager has opted for a strong lineup featuring captain Manuel Neuer in goal. The defensive line includes Stanišić, Upamecano, Tah, and Laimer. In midfield, Joshua Kimmich partners with Aleksandar Pavlović, while the attacking trio of Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, and Luis Díaz will support striker Harry Kane.
PSG coach has also named a formidable side. Matvey Safonov starts in goal behind a defense marshaled by captain Marquinhos alongside Pacho and Mendes. The midfield features Neves, Vitinha, Zaïre-Emery, and Ruiz, with Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia forming the attacking trident.
The path to this semi-final has been impressive for both clubs. PSG eliminated Liverpool in the quarter-finals with a convincing 4-0 aggregate victory. Bayern, meanwhile, overcame Spanish giants Real Madrid in a thrilling tie that ended 6-4 on aggregate in favor of the German champions.
With the away goals rule no longer in effect, Bayern need to win by at least two goals to progress in normal time, or by a single goal to force extra time. PSG, buoyed by their first-leg performance, will be confident of finishing the job in Munich.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.