Champions League Semi-Finals: Bayern Munich Held to Draw by Real Madrid

Vinicius Strike Levels First Leg

Real Madrid came from behind to earn a valuable 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash with Bayern Munich. Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior netted a late penalty to level the scores for the visitors.

Bayern Munich had taken an early lead through a penalty from Robert Lewandowski, but Karim Benzema restored parity just before the break. Jamal Musiala put Bayern back in front in the second half, but Vinicius's late spot-kick ensured Madrid left the Allianz Arena with a share of the spoils.

The result leaves the tie delicately poised ahead of the second leg in Madrid next week. Bayern Munich will be looking to continue their impressive home record in the competition, while Real Madrid will be confident of overturning the deficit at the Santiago Bernabeu.