Bayern Munich and Real Madrid clash in a thrilling 2-2 draw in the
1st leg of the Champions League semi-final! |
Allianz Arena witnesses a captivating clash as German giants Bayern Munich and Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid battle to a 2-2 draw in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final.
The iconic Allianz Arena played host to a captivating encounter between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, as the two European titans locked horns in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. The stage is set for a thrilling second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu on May 8th, with a spot in the final on the line.
The first half saw Real Madrid draw first blood, with Vinicius Junior capitalizing on a sublime pass from Toni Kroos to find the back of the net in the 24th minute. The Spanish giants maintained their 1-0 lead as the teams headed into the break.
Bayern Munich roared back in the second half, leveling the score in the 53rd minute through a thunderous strike from Leroy Sané that left goalkeeper Andriy Lunin with no chance. The momentum continued to swing in Bayern's favor as they were awarded a penalty just three minutes later after Jamal Musiala was brought down by Lucas Vázquez. Harry Kane stepped up and calmly converted the spot-kick to give the Bavarians the lead.
Just as Bayern Munich seemed poised for victory, Real Madrid was awarded a penalty in the 82nd minute after Kim Min-jae fouled Rodrygo. Vinicius Junior once again displayed his composure from the spot, slotting home the equalizer and ensuring a thrilling 2-2 draw.