REAL MADRID 2-1 BAYERN MUNICH: “Los Blancos” Advance to Champions League Final Against Borussia Dortmund
Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich in a tense Champions League semi-final second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, booking their place in the final against Borussia Dortmund.
The match was an exciting affair with both teams showcasing attacking prowess. Bayern Munich took the lead in the 33rd minute through striker Robert Lewandowski. However, Real Madrid equalized just two minutes later courtesy of a goal from forward Joselu.
The second half saw the intensity increase further as both teams pressed for the decisive goal. And then, in the 72nd minute, the defining moment arrived. Vinicius Junior’s shot was mishandled by Bayern Munich goalkeeper Neuer, allowing Joselu to tap in the rebound and put Real Madrid 2-1 ahead.
Bayern Munich pushed for an equalizer in the remaining minutes but to no avail. Real Madrid held on to their 2-1 lead to secure their place in the Champions League final, where they will face Borussia Dortmund.
With this victory, Real Madrid continue to assert their dominance as the kings of the Champions League, reaching their 14th final. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich once again miss out on the title after losing to Real Madrid three times in the semi-finals in the last five seasons.
