Bayern stun Real Madrid with late comeback to reach CL semis

Bayern Munich staged a remarkable late comeback to beat Real Madrid 4-3 on Wednesday, sealing a 6-4 aggregate victory and booking their place in the Champions League (CL) semi-finals here at Allianz Arena on Wednesday.

Late goals from Luis Diaz in the 89th minute and Michael Olise deep into stoppage time completed a dramatic turnaround for the hosts, who will now face defending champions Paris Saint-Germain.

Real Madrid’s night unravelled late on, as substitute Eduardo Camavinga was sent off in the 86th minute after picking up two quick bookings.

Frustration boiled over at full-time when Arda Guler, who had scored twice, was dismissed for dissent.

The visitors had made a blistering start, capitalising on a costly error from Manuel Neuer after just 35 seconds, allowing Guler to tap into an empty net.

Bayern responded swiftly through Aleksandar Pavlovic, before Güler restored Real’s lead with a superb free-kick.

Harry Kane equalised for Bayern, only for Kylian Mbappé to level again before half-time in a frantic opening period.

After the break, chances were fewer, though Neuer redeemed himself with a crucial save.

Bayern seized control following Camavinga’s dismissal, with Díaz and Olise striking late to cap a famous win.

Manager Vincent Kompany praised his side’s belief, while Real Coach Alvaro Arbeloa lamented the sending-off, calling it a turning point in a thrilling contest.