Bayern's Champions League Journey Ends in Dramatic Madrid Comeback
Stunning Semi-Final Second Leg Reversal
Madrid, Spain - Real Madrid produced a stunning Champions League comeback to sink Bayern Munich 2-1 and 4-3 on aggregate, securing a place in the 2023-24 Champions League final.
Madrid's Magical Night
Trailing 1-0 from the first leg, Bayern appeared to be in control when Joshua Kimmich gave the German giants a 34th-minute lead at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
However, Madrid turned the tie on its head in the second half. First, Rodrygo equalised in the 64th minute, before substitute Marco Asensio dribbled through Bayern's defence to score the decisive goal in the 90th minute.
Joselus Heroics
Federico Joselus, who had come on for the injured Rodrygo late in the game, capped a remarkable night for Madrid by adding two goals in extra time, taking Real's aggregate lead to 4-3.
Madrid's victory was their 18th European Cup final appearance, a testament to their enduring dominance in continental competition.
Ancelotti's Magic Touch
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti credited the magical Santiago Bernabéu stadium for motivating his team to victory.
"It was a very special night at the Bernabéu," said Ancelotti. "The stadium was on fire, and it helped us to push on and get the goals we needed."
Madrid will now face Manchester City in the Champions League final on June 28 at Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul.
Match Stats
- Possession: Real Madrid 67%, Bayern Munich 33%
- Shots: Real Madrid 19, Bayern Munich 11
- Shots on target: Real Madrid 7, Bayern Munich 4
- Corners: Real Madrid 5, Bayern Munich 4
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