In a thrilling Champions League semi-final first leg on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 at the Parc des Princes. Achraf Hakimi scored for PSG, bringing his career Champions League goal tally to 18, according to UEFA statistics.
Hakimi, 27, now needs two more goals to equal Samuel Eto'o's record of 20 Champions League goals by an African player. Eto'o, a former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker, set the mark during his career. The Moroccan right-back has been a key contributor for PSG this season.
The match featured eight goals and dramatic momentum shifts. PSG led 3-0 early, but Bayern fought back to 3-3 before PSG scored twice late to secure the win. The second leg is scheduled for May 6, 2026, in Munich.
Hakimi's goal came from a powerful strike in the 34th minute. He has now scored in three consecutive Champions League matches for PSG. The club is seeking its first Champions League title.
