## Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid: Champions League Semi-Final Highlights and Match Report ### Half-time Report: Bayern Munich 2-1 Real Madrid In a thrilling first half, Bayern Munich took an early lead through Serge Gnabry (10') before Real Madrid equalized with a stunning strike from Karim Benzema (19'). The German champions regained the lead just before half-time through Joshua Kimmich's low drive (43'). ### Second Half: Real Madrid Fight Back Real Madrid started the second half brightly and got back on level terms thanks to a Vinicius Jr. goal (56'). However, Bayern Munich restored their lead through a Robert Lewandowski penalty (63'). The Polish striker doubled his tally in the 75th minute to put Bayern in a commanding position. ### Match Stats * Possession: Bayern Munich 57% - Real Madrid 43% * Shots: Bayern Munich 14 - Real Madrid 10 * Shots on target: Bayern Munich 6 - Real Madrid 5 * Corners: Bayern Munich 6 - Real Madrid 2 ### Conclusion Bayern Munich will take a narrow advantage into the second leg in Madrid, but Real Madrid will be confident of overturning the deficit given their impressive home record in this season's competition. The return leg will promise to be an even more exciting affair, with both teams looking to reach the final in Istanbul.
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