Bayern Munich have named a 20-man squad, including striker Harry Kane, for their Champions League semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday. The German club confirmed the travelling party via their official social media channels, with key figures Manuel Neuer and Joshua Kimmich also included. The attacking trio of Kane, Luis Díaz, and French winger Michael Olise is fully intact for the trip to the Parc des Princes.
Defender Dayot Upamecano, the other French international in the squad, will join head coach Vincent Kompany for the pre-match press conference on Monday evening. However, the Bavarians will be without several key players due to injury. According to the squad announcement, Serge Gnabry, who suffered a thigh injury, is ruled out for the remainder of the season and will miss the 2026 World Cup. Left-back Raphaël Guerreiro is also absent after sustaining a muscle tear, meaning he will miss both legs of the semi-final tie.
The squad list indicates that young talents Lennart Karl and Tom Bischof are the other notable omissions. Furthermore, manager Vincent Kompany will be suspended from the touchline for the match itself, forcing Bayern to operate under the guidance of his assistant coaching staff. The club did not immediately announce who would assume the managerial duties on the bench in Paris.
For Kane, the match represents another crucial stage in his pursuit of a first major European trophy. Since his high-profile move from Tottenham Hotspur in 2023, the England captain has been a consistent goal threat in the Bundesliga. His presence is considered vital for Bayern's chances of overturning a PSG side that will be spearheaded by Kylian Mbappé. The context of the tie adds significant pressure, with Bayern seeking to reach their first Champions League final since their 2020 triumph.
The inclusion of Olise and Díaz alongside Kane suggests Kompany, albeit suspended, is prioritizing an attacking approach for the away leg. The fitness of the squad's core, particularly in defence with Upamecano, will be tested against PSG's potent forward line. The outcome of this semi-final could have broader implications for Bayern's season, which has seen them cede domestic dominance in the Bundesliga, making European success an even greater priority. A positive result in Paris would provide a massive advantage ahead of the return leg in Munich on May 6th.
