PSG - Bayern Munich: Bayern’s unstoppable storm!

04/11/2025 09:42:00 GameGladiator

PSG will enter the Champions League qualifying clash against Bayern Munich in a very difficult situation, as their brightest star and current Ballon d'Or holder, Ousmane Dembele, is almost certain to miss the match due to injury.

Meanwhile, the Bavarian team is currently at the peak of their form with a streak of 15 consecutive wins across all competitions, demonstrating a destructive power that makes all of Europe wary.

A major loss for PSG

The 1-0 victory over Nice in Ligue 1 last weekend helped PSG maintain first place, but the cost was Ousmane Dembele’s injury. The 28-year-old winger, who had just returned after more than a month and a half out, complained of thigh muscle pain right after the match. According to L'Équipe, Dembele told teammate Achraf Hakimi: "My thigh hurts a lot, very much."

This is a huge blow for coach Luis Enrique, especially given that the Parisian club has already lost Desire Doue and Fabian Ruiz due to injuries and Illia Zabarnyi is suspended. Dembele is not only PSG’s most explosive player but also the soul of their counter-attacking play.

Without Dembele, PSG’s attack loses speed and breakthrough ability on the right wing. Goncalo Ramos or Vitinha may fill the gap, but neither offers the same creative quality. Luis Enrique will likely switch to a 4-3-1-2 formation, using Kvaratskhelia and Hakimi to strengthen wing attacks. However, lacking a player who can create one-on-one differences makes PSG prone to deadlock against Bayern’s tight defense.

Furthermore, facing a German team in top form demands PSG maintain pressing intensity and concentration throughout the 90 minutes. But with a depleted squad and a packed schedule, it will be hard for Luis Enrique to keep balance between offense and defense. Even with the home advantage at Parc des Princes, the European champions face their toughest test of the season so far.

PSG struggles to stop Bayern Munich without Ousmane Dembele

Bayern like an unstoppable storm

While PSG struggles with personnel issues, Bayern Munich defines perfection in the 2025/26 season. Under Vincent Kompany’s guidance, the German team has won all 15 matches across all competitions, a record never seen before in Europe’s top leagues. They have scored 54 goals, averaging 3.6 per game, and conceded only 9, proving their comprehensive strength from attack to defense.

At the core of this devastating streak is Harry Kane, who is having the best season of his career. After 15 games, the England captain has scored 22 goals and provided 3 assists, leading Bayern’s pursuit of a historic third treble in 13 years. Kompany has even used Kane as a "number 10" in some matches to utilize his playmaking skills and attract defenders, creating space for other forwards like Luis Diaz and Michael Olise to excel.

Bayern’s strength is not just Kane; it also comes from incredible squad depth. Luis Diaz, a Liverpool signing, is quickly adapting with 8 goals. Olise continues to prove his quality as the "best Bundesliga rookie 2024/25" with 7 goals and 7 assists in 15 matches. Meanwhile, Serge Gnabry has also revived strongly, scoring 4 goals in his last 8 games.

Bayern’s defense is equally impressive. They have conceded only 4 goals in the Bundesliga and 2 in the Champions League. With 3 consecutive wins in the Champions League (scoring 12 and conceding 2), the "Red Giants" are charging toward the top of their group. The 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen last weekend confirms they can beat any opponent, even while rotating players. Kompany’s decision to bench Kane, Diaz, and Olise yet still win convincingly shows Bayern’s squad depth.

Although PSG remains unbeaten in this season’s Champions League and leads the group on goal difference, Bayern actually holds the advantage head-to-head. In 10 meetings since 2000, the Bundesliga side has won 7 times, including the 2019/20 final. Their only recent loss to PSG was at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Vu Manh

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