Match report
Bayern Munich Defeats Paris Saint Germain 3-1 in UEFA Champions League
Bayern Munich
3–1
FT
Paris Saint Germain
Dec 5, 2017
Bayern Munich delivered a masterful performance to defeat Paris Saint Germain 3-1 in their UEFA Champions League clash, with Robert Lewandowski and Corentin Tolisso scoring crucial goals. Bayern's strong start and efficient defensive work kept the high-flying PSG at bay, as the French side struggled to find their rhythm.
Key Facts
- • Bayern Munich scored three goals by R. Lewandowski (8'), C. Tolisso (37' and 69'),
- • K. Mbappe scored for Paris Saint Germain (50'),
- • J. Kimmich, James Rodríguez, and S. Rudy received yellow cards for Bayern Munich,
- • Marquinhos and J. Draxler received yellow cards for Paris Saint Germain
Lineups
Bayern Munich
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 26 S. Ulreich (G)
- 5 M. Hummels (D)
- 27 D. Alaba (D)
- 4 N. Süle (D)
- 32 J. Kimmich (D)
- 7 F. Ribéry (M)
- 19 S. Rudy (M)
- 11 J. Rodríguez (M)
- 24 C. Tolisso (M)
- 29 K. Coman (M)
- 9 R. Lewandowski (F)
Substitutes
- 25 T. Müller
- 23 A. Vidal
- 13 Rafinha
- 8 Javi Martínez
- 17 J. Boateng
- 22 T. Starke
- 34 M. Friedl
Paris Saint Germain
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 16 A. Areola (G)
- 32 Dani Alves (D)
- 2 Thiago Silva (D)
- 20 L. Kurzawa (D)
- 5 Marquinhos (D)
- 6 M. Verratti (M)
- 23 J. Draxler (M)
- 25 A. Rabiot (M)
- 9 E. Cavani (F)
- 10 Neymar (F)
- 29 K. Mbappé (F)
Substitutes
- 3 P. Kimpembe
- 18 G. Lo Celso
- 1 K. Trapp
- 11 Á. Di María
- 12 T. Meunier
- 17 Yuri
- 27 J. Pastore
Timeline
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8' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalR. Lewandowski -
22' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardJ. Kimmich -
23' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardJames Rodríguez -
37' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalC. Tolisso · Assist: James Rodríguez -
41' Paris Saint Germain Card · Yellow CardMarquinhos -
50' Paris Saint Germain Goal · Normal GoalK. Mbappe · Assist: E. Cavani -
53' Bayern Munich Card · Yellow CardS. Rudy -
67' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 1Off: Franck Ribéry · On: T. Müller -
69' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal GoalC. Tolisso · Assist: K. Coman -
72' Paris Saint Germain subst · Substitution 1Off: Thiago Silva · On: P. Kimpembe -
82' Paris Saint Germain Card · Yellow CardJ. Draxler -
83' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 2Off: James Rodríguez · On: A. Vidal -
85' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 3Off: D. Alaba · On: Rafinha -
90'+1 Paris Saint Germain subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Draxler · On: G. Lo Celso
Match Stats
| Stat | Bayern Munich | Paris Saint Germain |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 18 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 88% | 90% |
| Offsides | 2 | 4 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 12 | 15 |
| Corners | 4 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 506 | 580 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 8 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 4 |
| Possession | 47% | 53% |
| Accurate Passes | 445 | 524 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 10 |
| Saves | 7 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Bayern Munich took an early lead with a goal from R. Lewandowski in the 8th minute, setting the tone for the match,
- ▸ Corentin Tolisso's second goal in the 69th minute sealed the victory for Bayern Munich, effectively ending PSG's hopes of a comeback