PSG vs Bayern in Champions League: Dembele left open
Bayern won all 15 matches, Harry Kane 22 goals/15 matches; PSG has the advantage at Parc des Princes but is worried about the fitness of Golden Ball Ousmane Dembele and lacks Desire Doue.
Paris Saint-Germain head into their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes, but face a formidable challenge: a team that has won 15 games in all competitions and a question mark over Ousmane Dembele's fitness. Whether Dembele can play or not, the difficulty level remains the same for the machine that is running smoothly under coach Vincent Kompany.
PSG and the Dembele question mark
The home team’s concern stems from Dembele’s condition. After the narrow win over Nice, he is said to have suffered severe pain in his thigh. Although he has returned to the training ground, his chances of starting are still uncertain. The absence of Dembele – a key source of breakthroughs – will be a significant loss for PSG’s attack, given that they are also without Desire Doue due to injury.
Bayern Munich under Kompany: 15-match winning streak
Bayern are enjoying an incredible start: winning 15/15 matches in all competitions, described as an unprecedented record in the history of Europe's top 5 leagues. Kompany's team shows stability at high intensity, crushing all obstacles in a convincing manner.
Harry Kane and the problem for PSG's defense
Harry Kane is the visitors' most lethal striker, having scored 22 goals in just 15 games. Not only is he a goalscorer, he also drops deep to link up play. With PSG's defence still shaky and centre-back Marquinhos having just returned from injury, the task of blocking Kane requires the defence to operate with focus, discipline and minimize the space between the lines.
The Parc des Princes advantage and a message from Luis Enrique
Faced with a big challenge, coach Luis Enrique stressed the home advantage and internal belief: “If we talk about their results and their streak in the last 15 games, it is incredible... But tomorrow's match is at the Parc des Princes, and we are confident that we can improve our level.” Confidence also comes from the memory of the most recent victory against Bayern.
Bayern and respect from the dressing room
On the other side, goalkeeper Manuel Neuer showed respect for his opponent: "We are not afraid, we like to face PSG. They are a strong team in terms of individuals with a good coaching staff. They deserve to win the Champions League."
Test of mettle for the king
This encounter is more than just a group stage match. For PSG, it is a test of the champions’ mettle, where Dembele’s condition could affect how all three lines operate, from the ability to create breakthroughs to the ability to connect with the midfield. However, the nature of the challenge remains the same: facing Bayern Munich is now a problem of the highest level, requiring PSG to maintain intensity, focus and efficiency in every decisive moment.
