Real Madrid Reach Champions League Final After Thrilling Semi-Final
Bayern Comeback Falls Short as Spanish Giants Advance
Reigning European champions Real Madrid have reached their third successive Champions League final after a thrilling semi-final victory over Bayern Munich. The match, played at the Allianz Arena in Munich, ended 4-3 on aggregate, with Real Madrid winning 2-1 on the night.
High-scoring thriller
The match was a see-saw affair, with both teams taking turns to dominate. Bayern, trailing 2-1 from the first leg, took the lead on the night through a Mats Hummels header in the 28th minute. However, Real Madrid responded with two goals in the second half, from Karim Benzema and James Rodriguez, to edge closer to victory.
Bayern then pulled one back through Robert Lewandowski in the 76th minute, setting up a grandstand finish. However, Real Madrid held on to secure a hard-fought victory and a place in the final.
All goals and extended highlights
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Game summary
Real Madrid 2-1 Bayern Munich (agg. 4-3) Goals: * Bayern Munich: Mats Hummels (28') * Real Madrid: Karim Benzema (53'), James Rodriguez (63') UEFA Champions League - Semi-Final Second Leg Date: 25 April 2018 Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich 
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