2011-2012 Champions League: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid
Bayern Meet Madrid in Semi-Final Clash
In one of the most highly anticipated matches of the 2011-2012 UEFA Champions League, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid will face off in the first leg of their semi-final tie. Both teams come into the match in excellent form, and a thrilling contest is expected.
Bayern Dominate Bundesliga
Bayern Munich has been in dominant form in the Bundesliga this season, winning the title with a record-breaking 91 points. They have also been impressive in the Champions League, winning all six of their group stage matches and defeating Basel in the Round of 16.
Real Madrid Seek Tenth Title
Real Madrid will be looking to add to their record-breaking nine Champions League titles when they take on Bayern Munich. The Spanish giants have also been in good form this season, winning the La Liga title and reaching the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey.
Key Players to Watch
Some of the key players to watch in this match include:
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid): The Portuguese forward is one of the best players in the world and has scored 12 goals in the Champions League this season.
- Robert Lewandowski (Bayern Munich): The Polish striker has been in excellent form for Bayern this season, scoring 25 goals in all competitions.
- Toni Kroos (Bayern Munich): The German midfielder is a key part of Bayern's midfield and will be looking to control the tempo of the game.
- Luka Modrić (Real Madrid): The Croatian midfielder is another key player for Real Madrid and will be looking to create chances for his teammates.
The first leg of the semi-final will be played at the Allianz Arena in Munich on April 17, 2012. The second leg will be played at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on April 25, 2012.
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