Real Madrid Reach Champions League Final With Comeback Win Over Bayern Munich
Late goals from Rodrygo and Karim Benzema secure a 3-1 victory on the night and a 6-5 aggregate triumph
Substitute Joselu proves to be the hero for the Spanish giants, scoring twice in three minutes to turn the tie on its head after Alphonso Davies had given Bayern an early lead.
Real Madrid have reached the Champions League final after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday night.
The Spanish giants trailed 1-0 from the first leg in Germany, but they produced a stunning comeback in the second half to book their place in the showpiece event in Paris on May 28.
Bayern took the lead on the night through Alphonso Davies in the 25th minute, but Rodrygo equalized for Real Madrid just before half-time.
Substitute Joselu then scored two goals in three minutes to put Real Madrid in control of the tie, and Karim Benzema sealed the victory with a late third.
Real Madrid will now face either Manchester City or Liverpool in the final, while Bayern Munich will be left to rue what might have been.
Conclusion
Real Madrid's victory was a testament to their character and resilience. They showed great spirit to come back from a goal down on the night and a 1-0 deficit from the first leg.
Bayern Munich will be disappointed to have lost, but they can take heart from the fact that they pushed Real Madrid all the way.
The Champions League final is shaping up to be a classic, and Real Madrid will be confident of adding to their record-breaking tally of 14 titles.
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