Paris Saint-Germain news

In one of the most entertaining Champions League semi-finals in recent memory, PSG edged Bayern Munich 5-4 in a nine-goal classic. Bayern dominated possession and pressing, but PSG mastered the transitions and decisive moments. From false 9 masterclasses by Ousmane Dembélé (2 goals) and Harry Kane to dazzling 1v1 battles on the wings, this was a tactical war fought at full throttle.

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has dismissed criticism of his side's supposed defensive shortcomings in the historic 5-4 win over FC Bayern.

Pep Guardiola revealed he chose to watch Stockport County instead of tuning in for the blockbuster Champions League clash between PSG and Bayern Munich. The Manchester City boss jokingly claimed the managers and players involved were not good enough to keep him entertained.

While Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich were locked in a historic clash, Pep Guardiola was watching from the stands at an English third-tier club. The Manchester City manager has now explained his reasons.

Kylian Mbappe has been told he lacks the technical brilliance of Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele as questions arise over his suitability as France’s primary leader. Despite his prolific goalscoring record for Les Bleus, former international Jerome Rothen believes the Real Madrid star should no longer be considered the technical focal point of Didier Deschamps' side.

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has identified three dream transfer targets for the club this summer, including Bayern Munich's Harry Kane. Neville also named a more "realistic" trio of potential signings for the Red Devils as they strive to compete for the biggest trophies next season.

The Champions League delivered one classic and one truly forgettable contest amidst a mixed week of semi final action. The good news? There's more football to be played.

Neymar has been told he no longer possesses the intensity required to compete at the highest level of world football following his latest display for Santos. Former Brazil international Walter Casagrande has suggested that Neymar "doesn't deserve" a World Cup spot while claiming the forward would be an anonymous figure in a game at the level of Paris Saint-Germain's 5-4 Champions League win over Bayern Munich.

Diego Simeone has questioned the tactical quality of Paris Saint-Germain’s nine-goal thriller against Bayern Munich, suggesting that high-scoring spectacles are often a nightmare for managers. The Atletico Madrid boss offered his blunt assessment after seeing his side battle to a tense 1-1 draw against Arsenal in their semi-final first leg.

PSG's penalty, which made it 2–3 from Bayern Munich's point of view, riled Vincent Kompany. Nevertheless, the decision was ultimately correct.

Paris Saint-Germain star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has been labelled the "best player in the world" by AC Milan legend Clarence Seedorf following a masterclass in the Champions League. The Georgia international was at his devastating best on Tuesday night as the reigning champions edged out Bayern Munich in a nine-goal thriller at the Parc des Princes.

Following the spectacle in Paris, the defending champions are bracing themselves for a similarly wild evening in Munich.

Vincent Kompany has issued a defiant battle cry following Bayern Munich’s breathless 5-4 semi-final first leg defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, insisting his players are willing to "die on the pitch" to reach the Champions League final. Despite trailing after a nine-goal thriller in the French capital, the Belgian coach remains adamant that the tie is far from over as the action heads back to Bavaria.