Ousmane Dembélé says PSG was drive by payback for earlier loss to Bayern Munich

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Ousmane Dembélé led Paris Saint-Germain to a 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League, scoring two goals and providing an assist. He stated that the team's motivation was fueled by their earlier loss to Bayern in the league phase.

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Ousmane Dembélé scored two goals and had one assist.
PSG won 5-4 against Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Dembélé cited motivation from a previous loss to Bayern.

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PARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Ousmane Dembele of Paris Saint Germain celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Semi Final First Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern Munchen at Parc des Princes on April 28, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by Federico Pestellini/MB Media/Getty Images) | Getty Images Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé was named Man of the Match during his team’s 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Dembélé had two goals and one assist to help power PSG’s effort, but the Frenchman sad that his squad was already highly motivated to take down the Bavarians based on the loss PSG had to Bayern Munich in the UCL League Phase. “It was an impressive display by both sides. Two attack-minded teams who want to win – home or away. It was a really good match and we’re obviously happy that we won it. There were several factors, one being that we were determined to win this match because we lost in the league phase. Then it was about maintaining concentration and playing with our heads,” said In matches like this, the little details are decisive. Maybe we could’ve controlled it better at 5-2, but we know Bayern are a great team and are capable of coming back. We won’t change our philosophy. You also have to be able to suffer in a Champions League semi-final and that’s exactly what we’ll prepare ourselves for in the second leg.” The second leg will be a can’t miss event for hardcore fans and casuals alike. Surely, both teams will be looking to bring it and move on to the Champions League finale. *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 , , , or any leading podcast distributor…*

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What did Ousmane Dembélé say about PSG's motivation against Bayern Munich?

Dembélé mentioned that PSG was highly motivated to win against Bayern Munich due to their previous loss in the league phase.

How did PSG perform in the Champions League match against Bayern Munich?

Paris Saint-Germain won the match 5-4, with Dembélé scoring two goals and providing one assist.

What are the implications of PSG's victory over Bayern Munich for the Champions League semi-finals?

The victory sets up an exciting second leg, as both teams will aim to advance to the Champions League final.

Ousmane Dembélé says PSG was drive by payback for earlier loss to Bayern Munich

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