Harry Kane optimistic on Bayern Munich reaching Champions League final following defeat to PSG

The German side appeared defeated after the Parisians netted twice within two minutes at the start of the second half, establishing a 5-2 advantage.

Nevertheless, Bayern responded swiftly with strikes from Dayot Upamecano and Luis Diaz within a three-minute period, narrowing the score to 5-4 and significantly boosting their prospects of overturning the result in the return leg in Munich next week.

Atletico Madrid face Arsenal in the alternate semi-final on Wednesday.

"It will come down to seizing opportunities in the upcoming match," commented Kane, who gave the away team the lead via a penalty in the 17th minute. "We experienced numerous chances today, and we expect more of the same next week. Playing at home with the support of our fans, we believe that will help us secure the win."

"In general, we created situations where we might have ended the contest sooner. We take great satisfaction in recovering to 5-4, as trailing 5-2 on the road can be extremely challenging. Yet we battled back and remain in contention."

Kane, marking history as the initial English footballer to score in six consecutive Champions League matches, has now tallied 13 goals in the tournament this term.

This encounter will be remembered as a timeless thriller, having set the record for the most goals in a Champions League semi-final stage.

"We had chances to be sharper with our final passes or shots," Kane added. "We improved throughout, particularly as the match progressed and they began to fatigue. We must maintain that level of drive. We will require even more of it in the next game."

"Today showcased two elite sides, notably in their forward movements, quick counters, pace, and the ferocity of individual duels. A clash between two leading clubs on equal footing," remarked the England skipper.