Bayern Munich stunned Real Madrid with two late goals to seal a dramatic Champions League exit, while Arsenal advanced with control and discipline on a night that showed two very different paths to the semi-finals.

What you need to know

• Arsenal beat Sporting 1-0 on aggregate
• Bayern beat Real Madrid 6-4 on aggregate
• Real Madrid shown a red card
• Semi-final line-up taking shape

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Arsenal show title discipline against Sporting

Arsenal held firm in a tense 0-0 second leg against Sporting CP.

Their earlier advantage proved enough, sealing a 1-0 aggregate win.

This was not a flashy performance, but it was effective.

Arsenal controlled the tempo, limited clear chances and showed the kind of defensive discipline often required to progress deep into European competition.

These are the performances that win tournaments.

Bayern and Real Madrid deliver chaos and quality

If Arsenal’s match was about control, the clash between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid was the opposite.

Bayern won 4-3 on the night, securing a 6-4 aggregate victory in a game filled with momentum swings.

The match featured:

• Seven goals
• End-to-end attacking football
• A crucial red card for Real Madrid

The sending-off proved decisive, leaving Madrid exposed at key moments.

Despite their experience in this competition, Real Madrid could not regain control once the game opened up.

A rare early exit for Real Madrid

For Real Madrid, this result marks a disappointing exit.

Known for thriving in high-pressure Champions League moments, they were undone by:

• Defensive lapses
• Loss of discipline
• Bayern’s attacking intensity

It is a reminder that even the most experienced teams can be punished at this stage.

What this means for the semi-finals

The results highlight two different paths to success:

• Arsenal bring structure, balance and control
• Bayern bring attacking firepower and resilience

Both teams now move into the semi-finals with momentum, but very different styles.

That contrast could define the next round.

FAQs

Did Arsenal win their second leg?

No. The match ended 0-0, but they progressed on aggregate.

What was the Bayern vs Real Madrid score?

Bayern won 4-3 on the night and 6-4 on aggregate.

Why did Real Madrid lose?

A red card, defensive mistakes and Bayern’s attacking pressure proved decisive.

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