Warren Zaïre-Emery Doue and Ousmane Dembélé led the French powerhouses to a hard-fought victory over Bayern Munich in an exciting quarterfinal matchup, sending Paris Saint-Germain to the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals. In one of the most anticipated matches of the tournament, the Champions League winners outperformed the German giants by displaying poise and attacking flair.
Halfway through the first half, Doue scored with a calm finish, taking advantage of Bayern’s defensive lapses to give PSG the lead. Soon after, Dembélé electrified the crowd with a spectacular solo run and goal, doubling the lead and putting Bayern on the defensive.
The victory sets up a tantalizing semifinal tie for PSG, who will now face either Real Madrid or Borussia Dortmund, depending on the outcome of their quarterfinal. With their sights set on global glory, PSG are determined to cap off their historic season with a Club World Cup title.
This win also marks a statement performance from PSG’s rising stars and new signings, showing that the team’s European success is translating well onto the international stage. Coach Luis Enrique praised his squad’s balance and mental strength, calling the match “a defining moment” for the club’s global ambitions.