Bayern Munich has issued an apology to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) following the display of offensive banners targeting PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi during their Champions League match on Tuesday at the Allianz Arena.

The banners, unveiled by a section of Bayern’s supporters, included profanity aimed at Al-Khelaifi and a graphic of his face crossed out. Additional messages criticized his numerous roles in football, stating, “Minister, club owner, TV rights holder, UEFA EXCO member & ECA chairman all in one.”

Reports also indicated that some Bayern fans sang insulting chants about PSG after the match, which Bayern won 1-0.

In a statement published on its website, Bayern Munich apologized for the incidents, emphasizing that the banners were unauthorized and did not reflect the club’s views.

“FC Bayern would like to apologize when its opponents and their representatives in its stadium feel personally attacked in this manner and tone and are offended as a result,” the statement read.

The club condemned the tone of the banners, stressing that they were inconsistent with Bayern’s values and the longstanding positive relationship between the two clubs. “The tone of these banners also goes against the style of FC Bayern and the respectful relationship the club has with its international partners,” the statement added.

Nasser al-Khelaifi has been president of PSG since 2011, following the club’s acquisition by Qatar Sports Investments (QSI). He is also the chairman of the European Club Association (ECA) and head of beIN Media Group, which holds broadcasting rights for several major football leagues, including Ligue 1 and the Bundesliga.

QSI, a subsidiary of Qatar Investment Authority, manages assets worth hundreds of billions of dollars and has played a pivotal role in PSG’s rise as a global football powerhouse.

Despite Bayern’s victory on the pitch, the incident has cast a shadow over the match, prompting renewed discussions about fan behavior and its impact on the sport’s international partnerships.