Bayern Munich and Real Madrid Play to a Draw in First Leg of Champions League Semifinal

Match Report

In a closely contested match, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday.

First Half

The match started at a high tempo, with both teams creating chances. Bayern Munich took the lead in the 18th minute when Kingsley Coman scored with a low shot from inside the box. Real Madrid equalized in the 32nd minute when Karim Benzema converted a penalty kick after Dani Carvajal was fouled in the area.

Second Half

The second half was just as tight as the first, with both teams having chances to win the game. Bayern Munich came close to taking the lead in the 60th minute when Thomas Müller hit the post with a header. Real Madrid also had a good chance to win the game in the 80th minute when Vinícius Júnior shot just wide of the goal.

Conclusion

The draw leaves the tie finely poised ahead of the second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on May 10. Bayern Munich will be looking to maintain their unbeaten home record in the Champions League this season, while Real Madrid will be looking to build on their impressive away form.