Ahead of the decisive second leg of the Champions League semi-final between FC Bayern and Paris Saint-Germain, Lothar Matthäus gives a clear assessment. The record-breaking international believes that Munich have the advantage – especially physically
After the spectacular 4:5 in the first leg in Paris, the starting position is still open. Despite the narrow defeat, Matthäus believes FC Bayern can reach the final. He was particularly impressed by the final phase at the Parc des Princes
„I saw that Bayern were dominant, especially in the last 20 to 25 minutes. And if Bayern had played out some attacks even better, they wouldn’t have had to lose the game. They made a very strong impression physically, which they do in every game. For me, they are also physically stronger than PSG, because they defended with their tongues hanging out at the back,“ Matthäus explained on Sky
In addition to their physicality, Matthäus also sees structural advantages for the German record champions. „I think Bayern – and I’m not being patriotic here, I’m just saying what I see and have seen this season – look more stable,“ the former Bayern professional emphasized
Matthäus was particularly positive about Munich’s reaction after going 5-2 down at one stage, as FC Bayern fought their way back into the game impressively and kept the match open until the end
Clear forecast for the second leg
Matthäus therefore draws a clear conclusion for the second leg in the Allianz Arena: „That’s why I think Bayern Munich will win this game and reach the final in Budapest.“
FC Bayern need a win to turn around the deficit from the first leg. Either FC Arsenal or Atletico Madrid would be waiting in the possible final – in the parallel duel, the score is 1:1 after the first leg
The stage is therefore set for a real soccer thriller – and according to Matthäus, a number of factors point to a happy ending for Munich.