Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane believes Paris Saint-Germain are slight favourites to lift the Champions League trophy at the expense of Arsenal.
For the second time in eight days, the England captain left a UCL semi-final having given his all, only to fall short once again.
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His stoppage-time goal on Wednesday evening at the Allianz Arena — a composed turn and finish past Matvey Safonov in the 93rd minute — was a moment of individual brilliance that briefly reignited Bayern’s hopes.
However, it was not enough, as Paris Saint-Germain progressed 6-5 on aggregate after a 1-1 draw on the night, leaving Kane to reflect on what might have been.
In his post-match assessment, Kane was characteristically gracious in defeat and honest about what had unfolded over 180 demanding minutes.
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“It’s tough,” he admitted. “We had enough chances today to reach the final.”
Bayern dominated possession and registered 18 shots but could not find a way past a PSG side that defended with the composure of champions.
Kane was marshalled exceptionally by William Pacho and Marquinhos, barely seeing any of the ball for long stretches. When he finally created space in injury time, his moment of brilliance came too late to alter the outcome.
With Bayern’s Champions League campaign now over, Kane quickly shifted his focus. “Now my focus is on the DFB-Pokal final,” he said. “We have the chance to win the double.”
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Regarding the UCL final itself, Kane was measured but clear. “PSG are the slight favourites,” he added.
The reigning champions will face Premier League leaders Arsenal in Budapest on May 30, hoping to become the first team to retain the title since Real Madrid.
Their run to the final has included a 4-0 aggregate win over Liverpool, an 8-2 demolition of Chelsea, and a 6-5 triumph over Bayern in what many have described as one of the greatest semi-final ties in the competition’s modern history.
