Bayern Munich delivered a statement of intent in their Champions League campaign, securing a 2-1 victory over reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday. The win propels Bayern to the top of their group, showcasing their ambition to win the competition.
Luis Diaz was the star of the show for Bayern, scoring twice in the first half to give his team a commanding lead. However, his night took a turn when he was sent off for a challenge on Achraf Hakimi. Hakimi, who celebrated his 27th birthday, appeared to suffer a serious ankle injury. PSG substitute Joao Neves pulled a goal back in the 74th minute, but it wasn't enough to spark a comeback against a resilient Bayern side. The victory extends Bayern's winning streak to 16 games across all competitions. PSG, on the other hand, suffered their first defeat in the Champions League this season and their second overall.
In other Champions League action, Liverpool defeated Real Madrid 1-0 at Anfield. Alexis Mac Allister's goal in the 61st minute proved to be the difference. Liverpool's victory marked Real Madrid's first defeat in the Champions League this season. Tottenham Hotspur also enjoyed a comfortable 4-0 win over Copenhagen. Micky van den Ven scored an "amazing solo goal".
Arsenal continued their impressive form with a 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague, securing their fourth straight win in the Champions League. Mikel Merino scored twice for the Gunners. Arsenal's defense has been rock solid, as they have not conceded a goal in the competition thus far. Furthermore, 15-year-old Max Dowman made history by becoming the youngest player to ever feature in the Champions League.
Other results from Tuesday's Champions League matches include Atlético Madrid's 3-1 victory over Union Saint-Gilloise, and Monaco's 1-0 win against Bodo/Glimt. Juventus and Sporting Lisbon played to a 1-1 draw, while Olympiacos and PSV also ended their match in a 1-1 draw. Napoli and Eintracht Frankfurt played out a goalless draw.
