Pavlović: Bayern Will Win Return Leg Against PSG
Aleksandar Pavlović Bayern Munich vs PSG
Bayern Munich midfielder Aleksandar Pavlović has signaled strong confidence that his side will secure a victory in the upcoming return leg against Paris Saint-Germain. This statement follows a remarkable 5-4 loss at the Parc des Princes in the opening leg of the 2025/26 Champions League semi-final on Tuesday night. Despite trailing 5-2 early in the second half, the German giants managed a late surge to reduce the deficit to a single goal.
Goals from Dayot Upamecano and Luis Díaz provided a vital lifeline for the record champions after Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia each netted twice for the hosts. Harry Kane had initially put Bayern ahead from the penalty spot before a flurry of PSG goals briefly threatened to end Munich’s European campaign. The high-scoring encounter now stands as the most prolific semi-final match in the history of the competition, leaving everything to play for in the second leg.
Speaking to reporters after the match, Pavlović highlighted the resilience of the squad and their ability to perform under extreme pressure. He acknowledged that while a defeat is never ideal, the manner of the comeback demonstrated the psychological strength inherent in the team. Pavlović noted that the players remain focused on regrouping and addressing defensive vulnerabilities before the decisive clash in Bavaria.
The young midfielder also shared insights from the locker room, revealing that head coach Vincent Kompany expressed immense pride in the team’s spirit. Kompany was notably absent from the touchline during the match due to a suspension but visited the players immediately following the final whistle. He reportedly urged the squad to carry the same energy and offensive intent into the home fixture at the Allianz Arena next week.
The return leg is scheduled to take place in Munich on May 6, where Bayern will look to leverage their home-field advantage to overturn the narrow aggregate lead. Club officials and players alike have echoed Pavlović’s optimistic tone, emphasizing that the tie remains completely open. Statistical probabilities currently favor Bayern for the second leg, given their strong historical record in home European fixtures.
However, the team will need to remain cautious against a clinical PSG attack that exploited several defensive gaps in the first meeting. As anticipation builds for the final, both clubs are preparing for what promises to be another high-octane battle for a place in the showpiece event. You can find comprehensive match analysis and further quotes from the Munich camp through FC Bayern Official and OneFootball.
