Kimmich remains optimistic of Bayern progression despite first-leg defeat
Despite Bayern Munich's 5-4 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-final first leg, Joshua Kimmich remains confident about their chances in the return leg. He criticized a controversial penalty decision but praised his team's resilience after coming back from 5-2 down. Kimmich believes Bayern can still advance by winning the second match in Munich. He emphasized the team's determination to do everything possible to reach the final.
- ▪Bayern Munich lost 5-4 to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.
- ▪Joshua Kimmich expressed optimism about Bayern's chances despite the defeat.
- ▪A controversial penalty, awarded for a handball on Alphonso Davies, was converted by Ousmane Dembélé.
- ▪Kimmich called for a rule adjustment on handball decisions in the penalty area.
- ▪Bayern must win the return leg in Munich to progress to the Champions League final.
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