Real Madrid stun Bayern with late fightback to reach Champions League final

 ## Bernabeu erupts as Real Madrid stage dramatic comeback to reach Champions League final

In a night of high drama at the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid cemented their status as Europe's undisputed comeback kings. Facing elimination after Bayern Munich took the lead in the second leg, Los Blancos staged a brilliant late fightback to secure a 2-1 victory and a 4-3 aggregate victory.

 

The first half was a tense affair, with both sides making promising starts but failing to find the breakthrough. The tireless Vinicius Junior was a constant thorn in Bayern's side, but Manuel Neuer remained steadfast in Bayern's goal.

 

The deadlock was broken after the hour mark, although not in the way Real Madrid fans would have hoped. A lightning-quick counter-attack saw Alphonso Davies latch on to a loose ball and unleash a brilliant strike past Thibaut Courtois. The Bernabeu fell silent, the dream of another Champions League final seemingly fading.

However, it is built on the resilience of the Real Madrid side. With just two minutes left on the clock, a moment of brilliance from Vinicius Junior sparked the comeback. The Brazilian weaved past defenders before unleashing a shot that Neuer could only follow. Substitute Joselo pounced on the rebound to level the scores, sending the Bernabeu into a frenzy.

 

The momentum changed dramatically, and Real Madrid wasn't done yet. After two minutes, chaos ensued. From Toni Kroos's corner, Antonio Rudiger rose highest, his header flicked on by Joselo, who flashed the ball past a helpless Neuer for a dramatic winner. The roof of the Bernabeu almost came off as players and fans shook off the jaws of defeat and celebrated the victory.

 

This incredible comeback victory took Real Madrid into the Champions League final for the sixth time in ten years. They face Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium on June 1, with a 15th title firmly in their sights. Once again, Real Madrid have proven that they really are not out of a competition, especially in the hallowed halls of the Bernabeu.