Key Takeaways
- Bayern Munich beat Real Madrid in a dramatic Champions League quarter-final packed with goals and red cards.
- Eduardo Camavinga was sent off late after a second yellow, sparking furious protests from Madrid players and staff.
- Arsenal reached the semi-finals with a dull 0-0 draw against Sporting, unlike the fireworks in Munich.
While Arsenal laboured to a goalless stalemate with Sporting at a hushed Emirates, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid served up a night of pure drama at the Allianz Arena. The second leg of their Champions League tie had everything: swinging scoreline, stunning strikes, comedy keeping, smart saves, three red cards and a Spanish side in tears at the final whistle.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men are almost out of the La Liga race, yet they still found energy to rage about the officials after Eduardo Camavinga picked up a second yellow for time-wasting. Bayern players reminded referee Slavko Vinčić of the earlier booking, the Madrid midfielder walked, and the hosts scored twice soon after to seal the win.
Post-match, Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa and substitute Arda Güler were also dismissed for dissent. Arbeloa claimed the official “didn’t even know” he had cautioned Camavinga and had “ruined” the contest. Bayern, meanwhile, celebrated a famous victory that captain Harry Kane called “special” and manager Vincent Kompany ranked beside his old Burnley days.
In other news, Manchester City skipper Bernardo Silva confirmed he will leave the Etihad at season’s end, ending a nine-year stay in England.