Leon Goretzka scored a brace to lead Bayern Munich to a 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal on April 5, 2026, at the Allianz Arena. The German midfielder struck in the 53rd and 78th minutes, showcasing his attacking prowess.
Goretzka, who had also scored a Bundesliga brace against Borussia Mönchengladbach on March 29, 2026, expressed his excitement after the match. 'I'm fired up for this team and this competition,' he said in a post-match interview. 'We have a strong squad and we showed it tonight.'
The victory gives Bayern a crucial advantage ahead of the second leg in Paris on April 13, 2026. PSG, missing key players due to injury, struggled to create clear chances against Bayern's disciplined defense.
Bayern manager Vincent Kompany praised Goretzka's performance: 'Leon was outstanding. His energy and finishing made the difference.' The win keeps Bayern's hopes of a seventh Champions League title alive.
