PSG and Bayern Munich have produced a thrilling modern-day rivalry in the Champions League, producing exciting battles and some of the best dramas the competition has ever witnessed. Even though the two sides first collided in 1994 on Europe’s grandest stage, it did not become a heavyweight fixture until the 2017-18 season, when the meetings became more frequent. Historically, Bayern Munich have dominated this fixture and has maintained their stance till now. However, PSG have grown into the tie since their Qatari takeover, proving themselves to be worthy opponents. There has been a series of unforgettable clashes between the pair, with the most notable being the 2020 Champions League final, in which Bayern triumphed, with classy individual performances like Kylian Mbappé’s stunning brace at the opponents' den in the quarterfinal stage of the 2020-21 season.
Here are the frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the history of the fixture between PSG vs Bayern Munich in the Champions League:
When was the first Champions League match between PSG and Bayern Munich played?
The first Champions League game between PSG and Bayern Munich was played on 14 September 1994 in the group stage at Parc des Princes in Paris. George Weah and Daniel Bravo scored in PSG’s 2-0 victory that night.
How many times have PSG and Bayern Munich played each other in the Champions League?
PSG and Bayern Munich have played each other 16 times in the Champions League.
Which team has won the most matches in the Champions League between PSG and Bayern Munich?
Bayern Munich has won the most matches in the Champions League between the two, with 10 compared to PSG’s six.
What is the highest winning margin in the Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich?
The highest winning margin in Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich is Bayern Munich’s 5-1 victory over PSG at Olympiastadion in Munich on 22 October 1997 in the group stage.
Which team holds the record for the longest winning streak in the Champions League between PSG and Bayern Munich?
The record for the longest winning streak in this Champions League fixture is held by Bayern Munich, who won six consecutive matches from 2020 to 2025.
Which team has carried the longest winning streak at home in the Champions League between PSG and Bayern Munich?
PSG has carried the longest winning streak at home in this fixture in the Champions League, with four from 1994 to 2017, compared to Bayern Munich’s three.
Have PSG and Bayern Munich ever played a match that ended in a draw?
No. In 16 total UEFA Champions League meetings, games between PSG and Bayern Munich have never ended in a draw.
Which team has scored the most Champions League goals in the matches between PSG and Bayern Munich?
Bayern Munich has scored the most Champions League goals in this fixture between the two with 21, compared to PSG’s 16.
Which team has kept the most clean sheets in the Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich?
Bayern Munich have kept the most clean sheets in the Champions League in this fixture, with five. PSG have kept three clean sheets at the same time.
Who has won the most Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
The player with the most Champions League wins in the matches between PSG and Bayern Munich is Thomas Müller, with six victories for Bayern Munich.
Who has lost the most Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
The player with the most Champions League losses between PSG and Bayern Munich is Marquinhos of PSG, with seven defeats.
Who has scored the most Champions League goals in the matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
The player with the most Champions League goals scored in this fixture is Kylian Mbappé with three goals in nine matches.
Who has conceded the most Champions League goals in the matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
Manuel Neuer has conceded the most Champions League goals in matches between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, allowing 11 goals past him.
Who has made the most Champions League appearances in the matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
Thomas Müller with Bayern Munich and Marquinhos with PSG share the record for the most Champions League appearances in the fixture between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, with both players featuring in nine matches.
Who has kept the most clean sheets in the Champions League matches between PSG and Bayern Munich as a player?
Manuel Neuer of Bayern Munich has kept the most clean sheets as a player in Champions League matches between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, with three.
Who is the youngest player to feature in the Champions League matches between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich?
The youngest player to feature in a Champions League match between PSG and Bayern Munich is PSG’s Warren Zaïre-Emery. He started this fixture on 14 February 2023 at the age of 16 years and 343 days.
Who is the oldest player to feature in the Champions League matches between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich?
The oldest player to feature in a Champions League match between PSG and Bayern Munich is Manuel Neuer. The legendary goalkeeper set the record by starting this fixture on 26 November 2024 at the age of 38 years and 244 days old.
