Real Madrid staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Bayern Munich 2-1, advancing 4-3 on aggregate to secure a spot in the Champions League final. Former Stoke striker Joselu emerged as the hero with two late goals, overturning Bayern’s lead until the 88th minute. The victory sets up a final clash against Borussia Dortmund on June 1.
In a dramatic turn of events, Joselu’s goals in the 88th and 91st minutes shattered Bayern’s hopes of reaching the Wembley final. Despite Bayern’s dominance, Real Madrid capitalized on Manuel Neuer’s mistake, with Joselu capitalizing on a spilled shot to equalize before securing the winner from Antonio Rudiger’s cross.
The contentious match saw Bayern protesting a late offside call that disallowed what could have been an equalizer by Matthijs De Ligt. Replays suggested a clear error by the assistant referee, prompting criticism from Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel.
Real Madrid’s resilience was on full display as they mounted a late surge to secure victory. The match saw multiple lead changes and controversial refereeing decisions, culminating in an unforgettable Bernabeu comeback.
Carlo Ancelotti praised his squad’s performance and expressed gratitude for their hard work, while Thomas Tuchel lamented missed opportunities and injuries that affected Bayern’s chances.
For midfielder Jude Bellingham, reaching the Champions League final has been a lifelong dream, highlighting the team’s relentless pursuit of success.
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