Luis Díaz Double and Red Card Headlines Bayern Triumph Over PSG in Paris

Key Takeaways:

• Bayern Munich secured a 2:1 victory away at PSG in the Champions League
• Luis Díaz scored both goals for Bayern before being sent off in stoppage time
• Bayern climbed to 12 points alongside Arsenal, while PSG remain third with 9 points

Match Overview

Bayern Munich secured a vital 2:1 away win over Paris Saint-Germain in the fourth round of the Champions League group stage last night. The German side established a comfortable two-goal lead during the first half, both courtesy of Luis Díaz. However, the encounter took a dramatic turn in stoppage time when Díaz, having already found the net twice, was sent off following a VAR review for a late challenge on Achraf Hakimi. Despite a determined late push from PSG, which saw João Neves reduce the deficit with an acrobatic finish, Bayern held on to leave Paris with all three points.

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗧!! 😍

SENSATIONAL SECOND HALF TEAM SPIRIT.

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— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) November 4, 2025

Key Moments and Tactical Analysis

The match began in electric fashion for the visitors. By the 4th minute, Michael Olise forced a save from Lucas Chevalier after being played through by Serge Gnabry. The rebound fell kindly to Luis Díaz, who calmly converted to put Bayern ahead early. Bayern continued to dictate play, with much of the action unfolding in PSG’s defensive half.

PSG believed they had drawn level in the 22nd minute when Fabián Ruiz’s cross was met by Ousmane Dembélé, but the strike was ruled offside following a VAR intervention. Shortly afterwards, Ousmane Dembélé suffered an injury and had to be replaced by Kang-in Lee, compounding PSG manager Luis Enrique’s woes.

Bayern nearly doubled their lead in the 31st minute as Gnabry struck the post. Just one minute later, defensive uncertainty from Marquinhos allowed Díaz to seize possession and slot home his second goal of the night.

A Josip Stanišić goal for Bayern was also chalked off for offside in the dying moments of the first half, and Joshua Kimmich later fired just wide of goal.

In stoppage time, Díaz was initially cautioned for a foul on Achraf Hakimi, who left the field in tears. After consulting the VAR monitor, the referee upgraded Díaz’s yellow card to a red, leaving Bayern with 10 men for the remainder of the contest.

PSG’s Response and Bayern’s Resilience

PSG ramped up the pressure after the interval. Michael Olise threatened with a solo run for Bayern in the 62nd minute but was unable to capitalise. PSG continued to test Manuel Neuer; Vitinha’s strike from distance in the 68th minute was well handled by the German keeper.

The hosts finally pulled a goal back on 74 minutes when João Neves met a cross from Kang-in Lee with an acrobatic effort. Neuer was called into action again, denying Vitinha’s long-range attempt minutes later and producing another fine save from Kang-in Lee at close range.

Despite PSG piling on the pressure and dominating possession in the closing stages, Bayern’s defence stood firm, securing their fourth consecutive win in the group.

Current Standings and Next Fixtures

With this result, Bayern now sit atop the group with 12 points, matched by Arsenal, while PSG remain third on 9 points. In the next round, Bayern will face Arsenal at home, whereas PSG will host Tottenham.

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