The roadmap to the 2026 Champions League final in Budapest is now set following the conclusion of the high-stakes quarter-final matches. Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain are slated to face German giants Bayern Munich in a heavyweight semi-final clash. In the other bracket, London’s Arsenal will take on Atletico Madrid for a spot in the final. The first legs of these semi-final ties are scheduled for April 28–29, with the decisive return fixtures taking place on May 5–6.

Bayern Munich secured their place in the final four after a thrilling aggregate victory over Real Madrid. Following a 2:1 win in the first leg, the Munich side emerged victorious in a 4:3 goal-fest at home, with strikes from Pavlovic, Kane, Diaz, and Olise. The match was marred by disciplinary issues for the Spanish side, as Eduardo Camavinga was sent off during play, and Arda Guler received a red card after the final whistle. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany will also miss the first semi-final due to a touchline ban.

Arsenal reached the semi-finals by overcoming Sporting CP in a tactically disciplined encounter. After securing a 1:0 away victory in Lisbon, the Gunners managed a 0:0 draw at home to progress. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the North London club, as they have now reached the Champions League semi-finals in two consecutive seasons for the first time in their history. Last year, their journey ended at this stage following a defeat to eventual winners PSG.

The upcoming matches present a blend of tactical intrigue and historic rivalries. While Arsenal looks to surpass their previous season's performance, PSG continues their quest to defend the title against a resilient Bayern Munich. With the grand finale set for May 30 in Budapest, the four remaining teams are now just two matches away from Europe’s most prestigious club football game. Both matchups are expected to deliver world-class football as the season nears its climax.