Bayern Munich have confirmed their traveling squad for Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain, with defender Raphael Guerreiro a late addition to the injury list. The club announced the squad via social media on Monday, revealing the Portuguese full-back suffered a hamstring injury during their 4-3 Bundesliga win over Mainz this past weekend. He joins Tom Bischof (calf), Lennart Karl (thigh), and Serge Gnabry (adductor) on the sidelines for the crucial match at the Parc des Princes.
According to the club's announcement, all other players in Hansi Flick's squad are available for selection. Guerreiro's absence is a significant blow, as his versatility and experience on the left flank have been valuable assets for Bayern throughout their European campaign this season. His likely replacement, Alphonso Davies, will face a stern test against PSG's potent attack.
The injury news comes at a critical juncture, with Bayern aiming to secure a positive result away from home to carry back to the Allianz Arena for the second leg. The German champions have navigated a difficult path to the last four, overcoming the likes of Manchester City in the quarter-finals. Their defensive solidity will be paramount against a PSG side featuring Kylian Mbappe and a host of other attacking talents.
For Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern's depleted options on the left side of defense could present a tactical opportunity. Manager Luis Enrique will be aware that Davies, while exceptionally quick, may be more susceptible to defensive lapses than the experienced Guerreiro. The battle on that flank could prove decisive in a tie that pits two of European football's heavyweight clubs against each other with a place in the final at stake.
The first leg in Paris sets the stage for a return encounter in Munich on May 6th. With the away goals rule no longer in effect, both teams will be playing for a straightforward victory, though a clean sheet or a scoring draw would still be considered a positive result for the visiting Bavarians. The availability of the rest of Bayern's squad, including key figures like Joshua Kimmich and Harry Kane, ensures they remain a formidable opponent despite the injury setbacks.
