Bayern Munich secured a thrilling 4-3 win over Real Madrid on Wednesday, advancing 6-4 on aggregate to set up a Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain. The match was a classic, featuring brilliance from Arda Güler, who capitalised on a Manuel Neuer error and scored a free-kick, and Harry Kane, whose 50th goal of the season made a difficult finish look routine. Late strikes from Luis Díaz and Michael Olise sealed the tie, while a post-match scuffle erupted after Eduardo Camavinga received two quick yellow cards.
PSG progressed after a 2-0 win at Anfield on Tuesday, completing a 4-1 aggregate victory over Liverpool. Ousmane Dembélé scored twice late on, reflecting a team finally hitting form. Liverpool manager Arne Slot faced criticism after the defeat, with midfielder Ryan Gravenberch admitting 'the failure is big'. PSG are keen to retain manager Luis Enrique, who enjoyed his return to Anfield.
Atletico Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals, with Ademola Lookman and a goal from Alexander Sørloth after Eric García's red card. Diego Simeone, linked with Inter, is expected to stay at Atletico. 'There will be Simeone for a while,' reported AS. Simeone said: 'We've faced Messi's Barça, Lamine Yamal's Barça, and we've done it. Once again we're among the four best teams in Europe.'
Harry Kane's performance for Bayern was outstanding, combining playmaking and finishing. English football misses him, but his time in Germany has made him an even better player.
Mikel Arteta spoke of being 'on fire' after Arsenal's goalless draw with Sporting, which secured a 1-0 aggregate win. Meanwhile, a Spanish pundit was left bloodied after an on-air incident during Barcelona's defeat.
