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PSG Host Bayern in Champions League as Kompany and Neuer Set the Tone

Qualification stakes rise with the holders hosting a Bayern side last beaten by PSG at the Club World Cup.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Tuesday at 21:00 at the Parc des Princes in Paris for the UEFA Champions League group-stage meeting.
  • Bayern arrive on a long winning run, with their most recent defeat coming 2–0 against PSG at the FIFA Club World Cup this summer.
  • Vincent Kompany said the winner would take a big step toward the Top 8 and highlighted PSG’s team spirit, ball recovery and individual quality.
  • Manuel Neuer signaled an aggressive approach, saying Bayern “want to hurt them” and stressing focus on details and possession.
  • PSG’s Achraf Hakimi said winning African Player of the Year has become a dream and considers himself among the favorites after last season.