The celebrations following PSG's historic 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich have been tempered by a massive injury blow. Reports confirmed on Thursday, April 30, 2026, that Achraf Hakimi is set to miss the return leg at the Allianz Arena after scans revealed a hamstring injury.
This leaves Luis Enrique with a significant tactical headache as he prepares to defend a one-goal lead in one of football's most intimidating atmospheres.
1. Injury Status & Timeline
Hakimi appeared to pull up late in the first leg during a defensive recovery sprint. After undergoing tests at the PSG Campus this morning, the news is grim for the Moroccan international. 🪄🧤
The Diagnosis: A Grade II hamstring strain in the right leg.
Expected Absence: 2-3 weeks, meaning he will definitely miss the second leg in Munich on May 6th and at least two crucial Ligue 1 fixtures.
The Impact: Hakimi’s pace was vital in tracking Luis DÃaz and Michael Olise in the first leg. Without him, PSG loses their primary defensive outlet and a key source of width in transition.
2. Strategic Shift: Who Replaces the Flash?
Luis Enrique must now decide how to patch the right side of a defense that already conceded four goals in the first leg.
The "Lucho" Dilemma: Hakimi's absence might force PSG into a more conservative back-five or a rigid 4-4-2 to provide double-coverage on the flanks.
3. Bayern’s Opportunity
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany will almost certainly look to exploit this vacancy. With Luis DÃaz and Michael Olise in blistering form, the left side of Bayern's attack will become the primary "avenue of attack" at the Allianz Arena.