Bayern Munich legend Manuel Neuer does the unthinkable in 5-4 loss to PSG

TL;DR

Manuel Neuer faced a challenging match as Bayern Munich lost 5-4 to PSG in the UEFA Champions League. The veteran goalkeeper struggled against PSG's relentless attack, marking a difficult moment in his illustrious career.

Key points

Manuel Neuer is 40 years old and has a legendary career.
Bayern Munich lost 5-4 to Paris Saint-Germain.
Neuer struggled against PSG's high-octane attack.

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PARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Manuel Neuer of FC Bayern Muenchen walks out onto the pitch prior to the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final First Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern München at Parc des Princes on April 28, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) | FC Bayern via Getty Images Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has had a legendary career, but even for someone who has done it for as long as the 40-year-old, there is always something you have not seen before. Unfortunately for Neuer, he set the kind of standard that no one wants to be associated with during his team’s 5-4 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Check out this stat below from ESPN: It was not a banner game for Neuer, but the veteran was far from the only player who scuffled against the high octane attack of PSG. As expected, the entire backline was under consistent duress and Neuer was at the mercy of whether or not PSG’s vaunted attacking group was going to put their shots on frame. Unfortunately for Neuer, the shots that were on target were in places that he could not get to. A case could be made that Neuer guessed wrong in some instances, but PSG was ruthless and able to score just enough to pull out the victory. Neuer will not want to remember this result, but he will want to learn from it. *If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, , , or any leading podcast distributor…*

Q&A

What were the key moments in the Bayern Munich vs PSG match?

The match featured a high-scoring affair with PSG's attack overwhelming Bayern Munich, leading to Neuer's struggles in goal.

How did Manuel Neuer perform in the 5-4 loss to PSG?

Manuel Neuer had a tough game, with several shots on target that he could not effectively save, contributing to Bayern's defeat.

What does this loss mean for Bayern Munich in the Champions League?

This loss puts Bayern Munich at a disadvantage in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, requiring them to regroup for the second leg.