What a game! What a tie, in fact! Bayern Munich's Champions League quarter-final clash with Real Madrid had a bit of everything: great goals, goalkeeping gaffes and incredibly controversial calls. The net result was the kind of engrossing encounter that makes a mockery of Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis' claim that we need to change the game to make it more appealing to young people.
After Bayern Munich’s dramatic Champions League semi-final win over Real Madrid, Manuel Neuer engaged in some self-criticism. Yet the Bayern captain did single out one action of his own for praise.
Josip Stanisic is crunched by Antonio Rüdiger just before half-time; the referee keeps his whistle silent, and Real Madrid pounce to make it 3–2. After Bayern win, Stanisic hits back verbally at the German.
Kylian Mbappe has firmly etched his name into the history books of European football once again following a record-breaking night for Real Madrid. The forward took centre stage during the Champions League quarter-final clash against Bayern Munich to surpass a mark previously held by Lionel Messi.
Bayern Munich ended a run of four consecutive Champions League knockout stage losses to Real Madrid in the most thrilling fashion on Wednesday night, with the Bavarians scoring two stunning goals in the closing stages of an epic quarter-final clash to beat los Blancos 4-3 on the night and 6-4 on aggregate. Unsurprisingly, Vincent Kompany's fantastic forward-line played a starring role in the victory.
A moment of madness from Eduardo Camavinga saw Real Madrid's remontada hopes dashed in a 6-4 aggregate loss to Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. The Frenchman picked up a late red card to blow a tight game wide open. Bayern capitalised with a pair of late goals to win 4-3 on the night and Los Blancos were sent home with a whole host of regrets after a chaotic encounter.
In the first half of their Champions League quarter-final second leg, FC Bayern Munich and Real Madrid served up a thrilling contest, while injured supporter Lennart Karl drew attention in the main stand.
Manuel Neuer produced a shocking error just 35 seconds into the Champions League quarter-final second leg, gifting Real Madrid the opening goal. The Bayern Munich goalkeeper misplaced a pass straight to Arda Guler, who immediately scored. However, the goal proved to be just the beginning of a chaotic 45 minutes that saw four more goals scored before the break.
It is not yet clear how much longer Manuel Neuer will continue to play. Should he stay at FC Bayern for another year, he stands to set a historic record.
Bayern Munich's preparations for their do-or-die Champions League quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid have been hit by a late injury blow. Midfielder Tom Bischof has been sidelined just an hour before kick-off at the Allianz Arena, leaving Vincent Kompany with one less option on the bench.
Jude Bellingham has labelled England team-mate Harry Kane a "fantastic player" as Real Madrid prepare for a titanic Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich. The midfielder suggests that Kane’s chances of winning the Ballon d'Or hinge on collective success, both at Bayern and with the national team at the upcoming World Cup.
Jude Bellingham has opened up on the tactical challenges of sharing the pitch with superstars Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior at Real Madrid. Ahead of a season-defining Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich, the England international admitted that finding a cohesive rhythm with two naturally left-sided attackers is not always straightforward.
Is this really the best you can do, Florentino Perez? When Real Madrid sacked Xabi Alonso after less than five months on the job, there figured to be, at least, some sort of succession plan. If Alonso, who was so hyped, so early, was to walk away, then it only made sense that Los Blancos, power that they are, would have someone tailor-made to walk into the role.
Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has sensationally hit back at Real Madrid's perceived arrogance, questioning the mystical aura surrounding their Champions League comeback history. The Belgian coach insists that the narrative of Madrid being the sole masters of the European turnaround is a fabrication that ignores the achievements of other elite clubs.
Alvaro Arbeloa has issued a defiant rallying cry ahead of Real Madrid's crucial Champions League showdown against Bayern Munich. Despite trailing from the first leg at the Bernabeu and facing domestic struggles, the Madrid boss insists the 15-time winners possess a unique DNA that thrives under pressure, making a European comeback in Germany an absolute certainty.
England international Jude Bellingham has urged his Real Madrid team-mates to step up ahead of their crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg against Bayern Munich. After suffering a 1-2 home defeat at the Bernabeu on April 7, the club face a defining moment. The midfielder insists the squad must show bravery to overturn the deficit and rescue their season.
For Real Madrid, the second leg of their quarter-final against FC Bayern is a make-or-break moment for the entire season. It’s a daunting task, as Jude Bellingham knows.
Manuel Neuer has revealed that a final decision regarding his future at Bayern Munich will be made in the very near future. The legendary goalkeeper is currently weighing up whether to extend his stay at the Allianz Arena or finally hang up his gloves at the age of 40.
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