Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund into CL final

Real Madrid needs two late goals

In two thrilling Champions League semi-final matches, Real Madrid staged a remarkable late comeback to defeat Bayern Munich 2-1 in a dramatic encounter at Santiago Bernabéu. Despite a stunning strike from Bayern's Alphonso Davies in the 68th minute, the hosts left it late with goals in the 88th and stoppage time to secure their spot in the final. The hero of the night was substitute Joselu, who scored both goals in the final moments, turning the game on its head.

Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who had an otherwise excellent game, made a critical mistake that led to Real’s equalizer. Real Madrid's persistence paid off when Joselu found the net again deep into added time, initially ruled offside but later confirmed by VAR. The real drama in this match came at the very end, when Mathijs de Ligt scored the 2-2. Unfortunately for him and Bayern the referee blew his whistle just before the goal for a possible offside. A huge mistake by the ref, who has to play on in these kind of situations with VAR behind him. Since he already blew the whistle before the goal, VAR couldn't intervene anymore.

Dortmund edge Past PSG with defensive resolve

Borussia Dortmund booked their final berth with a slender 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain. In a match dominated by PSG in terms of possession and chances, it was Dortmund who made the most of their opportunity. Veteran defender Mats Hummels proved decisive, scoring the only goal of the match with a powerful header from a corner.

Despite hitting the woodwork multiple times, PSG could not convert their dominance into goals. Dortmund's disciplined defensive performance and strategic counter-attacks highlighted their tactical maturity under Edin Terzic. The Parisians' frustration grew as several near misses and strong saves by Dortmund’s goalkeeper Gregor Kobel kept them at bay.

2024 Champions League final: Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund

The final at Wembley promises to be an enthralling match between two teams with contrasting styles. Champions League final tickets are already in high demand. Real Madrid will look to capitalize on their experience and star-studded lineup, while Dortmund relies on their solid defensive setup and efficient counter-attacking play. As Real Madrid aims to add another Champions League trophy to their illustrious history, Dortmund will seek to assert their resurgence on the European stage by clinching the title. The stage is set for a memorable clash that will captivate football fans around the world, marking yet another chapter in the rich history of the Champions League.