Bayern defeats Real Madrid 2-1 at Bernabéu in Champions League quarterfinal
Luis Díaz and Harry Kane scored for Bayern, who dominated the first half. Mbappé replied for Real Madrid in the second leg at Allianz Arena.
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Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 2-1 at Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday in the opening leg of their Champions League quarterfinal, securing an advantage ahead of the return match in Germany.
The German side controlled the first half with attacking play centered on Olise and Luis Díaz. Bayern opened the scoring when Díaz received a through pass from Gnabry in a quick counterattack. Harry Kane extended the lead with a second goal, putting Bayern in command.
Real Madrid reduced the deficit when Kylian Mbappé scored in the second half, keeping the tie competitive. Manuel Neuer made nine saves for Bayern, preventing Real Madrid from mounting a stronger comeback. Real Madrid had two clear chances in the first half that went unconverted.
Bayern will host the return leg at Allianz Arena on Wednesday, carrying a one-goal advantage into the decisive match.
In another quarterfinal fixture, Arsenal defeated Sporting with a goal from Havertz in stoppage time, also securing an advantage for their second leg.