The team led by Carlo Ancelotti had the better opportunities, but in the 68th minute, the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium was stunned into complete stillness.

Alphonso Davies was in plenty of space when Harry Kane found him. The Canadian then cut back onto his weaker foot and fired a breathtaking strike into the goalkeeper’s net, Andriy Lunin.

Madrid believed they had tied the score in the 72nd minute when Nacho scored, but VAR disallowed the goal because it appeared he had fouled Joshua Kimmich during the build-up.

However, according to reports, UEFA policy was breached during the VAR inspection when the incident’s footage was accidentally shown to everyone on the big screen.

According to UEFA regulations, which state: “VAR and GLT replays cannot be shown on the giant screens in the stadium, unless UEFA decides otherwise.

“Simultaneous transmissions and replays of the match are authorised for press monitors and closed-circuit channels. The results of other matches can be shown on the scoreboard and/or giant screen during the match.”

Joselu came in for the clutch

Joselu, a former Stoke City striker who was only added in the 81st minute, helped Madrid eventually draw even in the 88th minute.

Joselu’s goal in stoppage time, one minute in, sent the Madrid supporters to their feet with a cross from Antonio Rudiger.

The linesman’s flag initially disqualified the goal, but VAR replays revealed that the Spaniard was actually onside, hence the goal was awarded.

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, former Chelsea player Pat Nevin said: “We have talked to people all day about what this club thinks about this trophy. They believe it is theirs. Even when they are 1-0 down with minutes to go they believe it is theirs.

“It doesn’t matter what happens they will ask questions other clubs can’t ask. The belief is always there.”

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Following a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Allianz Arena last week, the two past European conquerors shook hands. Borussia Dortmund or Paris Saint-Germain will be waiting to greet the Bernabeu winner.

Real Madrid, no strangers to crushing dreams of Champions League glory, survived an early storm at the Allianz Arena last week and delivered a sucker punch akin to Vinicius Junior in the first half. However, the Brazilian was required to be Los Blancos’ late savior in the second half.

Leroy Sane’s thunderous near-post finish and Harry Kane’s composed penalty turned the first leg on its head.

However, Vinicius’s second of the evening ensured that the semi-final would be left hanging precariously after Kim Min-jae, whose performance was nothing short of catastrophic, felled Rodrygo inside the box.

2023/24 season story

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are two teams that could only have one of them win the Champions League and the top flight at the end of the season.

The visitors to the Spanish capital, however, had their title taken away from them by Bayer Leverkusen and are still yet to even place in the top three.

In fact, since shutting out Manchester United in December 2024, Bayern has failed to maintain a clean sheet away from home.

They have conceded multiple goals in eight of their previous ten games on opponent land, winning only three of those appallingly bad runs.

Bayern’s defensive woes continue; in nine prior encounters with the renowned Blancos manager, they have failed to record a clean sheet and have gone 16 games without one against Real Madrid; no team in Champions League history has gone winless against a manager as bad as Bayern’s.

Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich Match Details

Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Location: Santiago Bernabeu
TV: Sony Ten Network (India)
Live Stream: Sony LIV

Lineup Prediction

Real Madrid possible starting lineup: Lunin; Carvajal, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy; Valverde, Tchouameni, Kroos; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior

Bayern Munich possible starting lineup: Neuer; Kimmich, Dier, De Ligt, Mazraoui; Goretzka, Laimer; Sane, Musiala, Gnabry; Kane

Fantasy XI

Goalkeeper – Neuer

Defenders – Rudiger, De Ligt, Kimmich, Nacho

Midfielders – Bellingham, Kroos, Goretzka

Attackers – Kane, Vini Jr, Rodrygo

Overall H2H Stats

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According to reports, Zinedine Zidane would rather lead Manchester United than join Bayern Munich.

According to recent reports, the Bundesliga’s biggest clubs are interested in hiring Zidane, since current head coach Thomas Tuchel is set to leave this summer.

It coincides with persistent rumors that United is also considering the former Real Madrid manager, with pressure mounting at Old Trafford for Erik ten Hag.

Furthermore, according to French magazine L’Equipe, the Frenchman may reject the Bavarian club following earlier hints that he would only accept a job with France. The report also states that Zidane is keeping a watchful eye on things at United.

“Never say never,” Zidane responded to a question about moving to England from L’Equipe in 2022. “Especially when you are a coach today.

“If I go back to a club, it is to win. I say this with all modesty. That’s why I can’t just go anywhere. For other reasons, too. Certain conditions make things more difficult. When someone says to me, ‘Do you want to go to Manchester?’ I understand English but I don’t fully master it.

“I know there are coaches who go to clubs without speaking the language, but I work differently. To win, many elements come into play. It’s a global context. I know what I need to win. Of course, I might not always win, but I know that you need to have this, this and this. And I want to do everything on my side to optimise my chances of victory.”

After a poor second season under Ten Hag, United is currently eighth in the Premier League. Additionally, they were last in their group and were eliminated from the Champions League.

Also Read: Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich: Head-2-Head stats and overall history

Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are two of the new hires that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the club’s new co-owner, and his Ineos company hope would revolutionize the football operations.

The ambitious intentions have drawn attention to United’s present manager, but the Dutchman’s success in the FA Cup, where the Reds play Coventry City in the semi-finals this afternoon at Wembley, may help him.

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