Bayern survive Real Madrid fightback in seven-goal thriller

Bayern survive Real Madrid fightback in seven-goal thriller

Bayern Munich produced a dramatic late surge to knock out Real Madrid and reach the Champions League semi-finals, sealing a 6-4 aggregate victory after a chaotic second leg finished 4-3 in Munich.

The tie exploded into life from the very first minute when Arda Güler punished a costly error from Manuel Neuer to level the aggregate score almost immediately.

Bayern responded quickly, though, as Aleksandar Pavlovic headed home from a set piece to restore their advantage.

Güler struck again with a superb free-kick to swing momentum back towards Madrid, but Harry Kane kept Bayern in the contest with a composed finish to reach his 50th goal of the season. Kylian Mbappé then made it 4-4 on aggregate before half-time in a relentless opening period.

After the break, both sides continued to trade chances in a more stretched contest. Mbappé went close again, while Bayern’s Michael Olise repeatedly threatened cutting in from the right.

The decisive moment arrived late when Eduardo Camavinga was dismissed for a second booking, leaving Madrid down to ten men. Bayern immediately capitalised, with Luis Díaz curling in a brilliant finish to swing the tie decisively.

In stoppage time, Michael Olise added a stunning second to wrap up a breathless night and send Bayern through to the final four in style.

The Bavarians will meet holders PSG in the semi-finals in what should be a blockbuster clash.