Real Madrid 2-1 Bayern Munich (agg. 4-3): Joselu scores dramatic late double to send Spanish side into Champions League final

Joselu, who used to play for Stoke City, saved the day for Real Madrid by scoring two amazing goals towards the end of the game. This helped Real Madrid come from behind and win 2-1 against Bayern Munich, resulting in a total score of 4-3 which allowed them to reach the final of the Champions League.

Bayern, who were under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel, were confident that they would make it to the Wembley final since they were in the lead till the 88th minute thanks to Alphonso Davies' marvelous goal in the second half. However, Manuel Neuer, who had made four fantastic saves earlier in the game, made a surprising mistake when he dropped Vinicius Junior's shot, and the ball fell into Joselu's path, who was a substitute. This allowed them to score and level the game.

While playing at the Santiago Bernabeu, the tension increased significantly. Harry Kane was replaced by Tuchel when the score was 1-0 for Bayern. In the 91st minute, Joselu scored the winning goal from a cross delivered by Antonio Rudiger. It was initially ruled offside, but after a video assistant referee (VAR) review, the goal was given to Joselu.

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Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham told TNT Sports that Joselu will probably have a hard time getting some sleep tonight. He may not be in the best shape for training tomorrow.

We have witnessed numerous occasions when it appears as if the game is over for us. The identity of the goal scorers is insignificant since there's always someone who does it. It's all about the mindset of never giving up.

"He's truly deserving of everything - he's consistently shown outstanding performance as a valuable member of our team throughout the entire season. Tonight is his moment to shine."

The impressive, yet old-fashioned Real Madrid turnaround will lead them to face Borussia Dortmund in the Wembley championship on June 1. This outcome also implies that Bayern's first season left England's captain Kane without a trophy.

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In today's match, the Real Madrid team showcased some impressive skills. Lunin played at a 7 level, while Carvajal, Rudiger, and Nacho all followed suit with a 7 score each. Mendy, on the other hand, performed at a 6 level. Valverde, Tchouameni, and Bellingham all received a 6 rating while Kroos managed to hit a 7 score. Rodrygo and Vinicius both played exceptionally well, receiving a 7 and 8 rating respectively.

Players: Modric scored 7, Joselu scored 9, Diaz scored 7, Camavinga scored 6, and Militao's score is unknown. A few different options based on tone: Option 1 (casual): We've got some stats on how well these players did: Modric got 7, Joselu got 9, Diaz got 7, Camavinga got 6, and we don't know how many points Militao got. Option 2 (professional): The following players were evaluated as such: Modric - 7, Joselu - 9, Diaz - 7, Camavinga - 6, and the score of Militao hasn't been disclosed. Option 3 (sporty): Score updates! Modric: 7. Joselu: 9. Diaz: 7. Camavinga: 6. And as for Militao? It's a mystery!

In the match between Bayern Munich and their opponent, the players' performances were rated as follows: Neuer got a score of 7, Kimmich got a score of 5, De Ligt got a score of 7, Dier also got a score of 7, Mazraoui got a score of 6, Laimer received a score of 7, Pavlovic obtained a score of 6, Sane got a score of 5, Musiala got a score of 6, Gnabry received a score of 5, and finally, Kane got a score of 7.

Alternatives: Davies - eight, Muller - six, Choupo-Moting - six, Kim - four.

Man of the match: Joselu from Real Madrid

Bayern Angry Over Late Offside Decision

However, there was a recent dispute when it came to Bayern's opportunity to tie the game during the final minutes. It appeared that they had scored a clear goal, but it was disallowed after Matthijs De Ligt scored a half-volley.

However, the official on the sidelines had already signaled that there was an offside situation, and the referee Szymon Marciniak had blown the whistle for offside too. Though, after reviewing the footage, it seemed like Bayern's strikers might not have been offside.

Tuchel expressed his dissatisfaction with the decision made by the linesman and referee, branding it as disastrous. He added that it felt like a betrayal due to the outcome of the decision.

What caused frustration for Bayern Munich?

Late in the game, Matthijs De Light scored a goal for Bayern Munich. This would have caused the game to go into additional time.

Although, just before De Ligt kicked the ball, referee Szymon Marciniak had already stopped the game because he thought Noussair Mazraoui was in an offside position.

However, upon further inspection using replays, it was revealed that the defender from Bayern was actually onside. The assistant referee, who is meant to refrain from raising his flag during close calls, so that the VAR system can review the decision, made a noticeable mistake.

It is up for discussion whether the players of Real would have prevented De Ligt from scoring if the referee didn't blow his whistle, but the fact remains that the officials made a crucial error at a pivotal moment.

The linesman apologized, but his words were of no use at this level of play. It's not enough to simply raise the flag in a verdict as crucial as this one, particularly when it occurs in the final moments of the game.

The referee also has the option to not blow the whistle. If he observes that we secure possession of the ball and attempt a shot, that would be the appropriate time for him to blow the whistle. Unfortunately, he made a terrible decision that violated the established rules, which is incredibly disappointing. This outcome is a complete disaster and it is exceedingly difficult to come to grips with. Nonetheless, we must move past it.

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Real Madrid's Winning Streak Continues

An incredible ending - what occurred?

In the initial five minutes, each team exhibited their eagerness to score by making some attacking moves. Dani Carvajal and Serge Gnabry both offered crosses, but unfortunately, no one could convert them into a goal.

In the first half, Real had a good opportunity to score when Bayern momentarily lost focus and allowed a quick throw, even though two balls were on the field. Vinicius received the pass and shot at the goal, but Neuer managed to tip the ball onto the post. Neuer also saved Rodrygo's weak follow-up shot.

Real Madrid kept attacking even after Vinicius missed a chance by curling the ball wide. However, Vinicius made a mistake by taking a heavy touch when he was in the Bayern box.

Bayern had a difficult first half where they only managed one shot courtesy of Kane. Kane attempted a long-range shot from 25 yards but his effort was saved by Andriy Lunin, who pushed it out for a corner.

The initial 45 minutes were marked by incomplete opportunities. Neuer managed to push Vinicius' free-kick just barely past the post, followed by Noussair Mazraoui striking a far-reaching shot that Lunin only just managed to block with their gloves.

Bayern displayed greater drive in the second half when Davies and Kane had their shots saved, but then Real retaliated.

Vinicius passed the ball to Rodrygo, who was inside the penalty area, but his shot missed the goal post narrowly. Both players then took shots from outside the box, but they were saved by the goalkeeper Neuer.

Jamal Musiala attempted to score a strong shot from outside the penalty area, which was saved by Lunin. Suddenly, Bayern unexpectedly scored a goal.

Kane sent an impressive pass across the field to Davies who was positioned on the left wing. Davies, a Canadian player, then made a move towards the center and took a powerful shot with his right foot that could not be stopped, resulting in the Santiago Bernabeu's silence.

Real Madrid believed they had scored a goal soon after taking a corner kick, when Nacho kicked the ball into the net after the ball hit De Ligt. However, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) accurately observed that the Real Madrid's captain had used his hands to push Joshua Kimmich's face, causing the goal to be overturned by referee Marciniak.

Kane aimed towards the net’s side but missed, and both him and Musiala got strangely replaced while Real was just one goal behind to extend the game. However, the game did not go into extra time, as Joselu was brought in and became the star of the show.

At the beginning, Neuer believed he had Vinicius' weak kick managed well. However, the Bayern goalie fumbled it, leaving the shot to Joselu who had an easy opportunity to score from just a couple of yards away.

Brahim Diaz attempted a shot but Eric Dier made a vital block just in time. Nonetheless, Joselu managed to score again from a corner taken from a nearby location.

Kim Min-Jae put all the opposing players in an offside position while Rudiger passed the ball to Joselu to easily score. At first, the referee called it offside, but after consulting with VAR, the decision was corrected. The Real players were ecstatic and ran onto the field to celebrate.

Kane was observing the game from the bench as De Ligt scored a goal, unfortunately, the referee decided it was offside. Some believe that the referee's assistant should have waited before raising the flag. Tuchel, the coach, was extremely angry and was close to being kicked out for protesting the referee's decision.

Real Madrid's fate was ultimately confirmed after a delay of 15 minutes. This marks yet another impressive comeback victory at the Bernabeu.

"My Career's Best Squad," Says Ancelotti

During an interview with TNT Sports, Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid shared some insights.

We performed admirably. To be frank, we had chances and dominated the game. We were able to bounce back when they scored, a recurring pattern. This is highly advantageous. With the backing of our fans at the Bernabeu, we might just achieve something unexpected.

We had faith and made some substitutions to bring new players onto the field. Joselu, our remarkable striker, played exceptionally well. We were aware that we could take advantage of the flanks and move forward with crosses. As the match progressed, we still had a lot of stamina and enthusiasm left to give it our all.

We are going to savor the moment up until the end. We have a lot of amazing days to come where we can enjoy winning the championship.

I am extremely thankful to the players for their dedication and effort in an amazing environment. They are very modest and kind-hearted. Without a doubt, this team is the most exceptional one I have experienced during my professional life.

Tuchel: 'Front Four Cramped, Had To Sub Kane'

According to TNT Sports, the head coach of Bayern Munich, Thomas Tuchel, has reportedly shared some information.

We were so close to the end, almost there. Our best player made an unexpected error that led to the opposing team scoring the equalizer. To make things worse, we lost in the final moments due to a close call by the referee.

It's uncertain due to being in Madrid. Our counter attacks were not efficient enough. If we were more precise and composed, we possibly could have scored. To make matters worse, all four of our starting front players had to leave the field due to injuries and muscle cramps. This is overwhelming at this level of play.

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Harry was suffering from issues with his back, while Jamal Musiala had to be substituted due to a recent injury which left him exhausted.

It can be overwhelming since you want to ensure that every position has a fair chance to compete and that all players are healthy and able to play for the entire 90 minutes.

When you reach the 88th minute, you can almost see the finish line. Our performance during the match wasn't our absolute finest, but we had already decided that we didn't have to be without flaws, just adequate enough for tonight. As a team, we had all the elements essential for victory. However, due to a player experiencing cramping, we let in a goal that we seldom let in with our goalkeeper.

The positive aspect is that we put in maximum effort. This is crucial because in sports, one must acknowledge the outcome regardless.

Dreamed Of Champions League Final In Bellingham Since Age 7

Jude Bellingham, who is a midfielder for both Real Madrid and England, recently spoke to TNT Sports.

I'm extremely excited about the upcoming match against Dortmund at Wembley. It's hard to believe that this opportunity has presented itself, but I'm eagerly anticipating it.

By this stage of the tournament, every remaining player has earned their place. Let's anticipate an incredible match.

As I stood inside the locker room, I glanced around and realized that there was no other place I'd rather be. The company of people around me couldn't be any better.

When I was seven years old in Birmingham, I used to dream about amazing nights like this. Now, it's finally happening and I can't be more thrilled! People here can't stop talking about it - they've already won the 14th Champions League title, but they won't be satisfied until they get the 15th.

This is precisely the reason I enjoy staying in this place – there's always a sense of instability. Getting too comfortable and at ease can lead to risky situations. However, in this environment, the opportunity for complacency and relaxation simply does not exist.

The victorious team of LaLiga, Real Madrid, will be journeying to Granada for a match scheduled to start at 5:30pm on Saturday. This game holds a potentially momentous outcome for the home team, who are currently in the bottom spot of the league.

On Sunday, Bayern Munich will be playing in the Bundesliga again. Their opponents will be Wolfsburg and the game will be shown live on Sky Sports Mix. The match will begin at 4.30pm.

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