Real Madrid Stuns Bayern Munich, Advances to Champions League Final
Los Blancos Produce Dramatic Comeback to Seal Title Shot
Madrid, Spain - Real Madrid produced a stunning Champions League comeback on Wednesday, sinking Bayern Munich 2-1 and 4-3 on aggregate to book their place in the final. After losing 1-0 in the first leg in Germany, Real Madrid needed a special performance to overturn the deficit and they delivered just that at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Second-Half Surge
Karim Benzema gave Real Madrid the perfect start when he broke the deadlock in the 64th minute. The French forward latched onto a cross from Vinícius Júnior and powered a header into the back of the net. The goal sent the Bernabéu into raptures and gave Real Madrid renewed belief.
Rodrygo's Heroics
Just when it seemed like Real Madrid's hopes were fading, Rodrygo stepped up with two quick goals in the 90th and 91st minutes. The young Brazilian's first goal came from a finely-placed shot inside the penalty area, while his second was a header from close range. The two goals sent the Bernabéu into a frenzy and stunned Bayern Munich.
Extra Time Dominance
Extra time saw Real Madrid continue to dominate, with Benzema scoring the winning goal in the 104th minute from a penalty kick. The goal sealed Bayern Munich's fate and sent Real Madrid through to their second Champions League final in three years. They will now face either Liverpool or Villarreal in the final in Paris on May 28.
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