Real Madrid vs. Bayern Munich: Champions League Semi-Final Showdown

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are set for a thrilling encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu tonight in the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg. With the first leg ending in a 2-2 draw at the Allianz Arena, both teams are evenly poised for an epic battle to secure a spot in the final.

History favours Real Madrid, who are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Bayern Munich in the Champions League, with six wins and two draws. Furthermore, at the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid have a formidable record, having not lost to Bayern in their last seven encounters, winning six and drawing one.

Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, boasts an impressive record against Bayern Munich, having never lost in nine Champions League meetings, with six wins and three draws. If Real Madrid were to progress, it would mark the first time a team has won three consecutive semi-final ties between these two giants.

On the other hand, Bayern Munich has a strong pedigree in the Champions League, having progressed to the final on four occasions out of seven semi-final ties. Their manager, Thomas Tuchel, could make history by becoming the first coach to reach the final with three different clubs, having previously achieved this feat with Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.

Despite Bayern Munich's formidable attacking prowess, they have struggled defensively against Real Madrid, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last 16 encounters. Their last shutout against Real Madrid in the Champions League dates back to May 2001, highlighting the challenge they face tonight.

As the two European giants collide once again, the stakes couldn't be higher. The winner will face Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley Stadium in London, after their 2-0 aggregate victory over Paris Saint-Germain. With history, form, and ambition on the line, football fans can expect a thrilling spectacle at the Santiago Bernabéu tonight.