In the initial stages of Bayern Munich‘s Champions League quarterfinal triumph over Arsenal, there was a tangible sense of apprehension from the German powerhouse. Thomas Tuchel’s team appeared constrained by the pressure of knowing that a defeat would extinguish any hopes of securing silverware this season.
However, Bayern’s advancement to the semifinals, following their 1-0 victory in the second leg and a 3-2 aggregate win, arrived just days after Bayer Leverkusen clinched the Bundesliga title in captivating fashion. For Munich, who had dominated the German league for the past 11 seasons, Leverkusen’s triumph served as a wake-up call to a club accustomed to reigning over German soccer for decades.
Bayern’s triumph over Arsenal also opens up the possibility for Harry Kane to potentially claim the Champions League title. With an impressive record of 39 goals in 40 appearances this season for Bayern, Kane’s transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Munich has undeniably been a statistical triumph. However, the team’s struggles have overshadowed his individual performances.
In recent weeks, the England captain has faced considerable ridicule on social media, particularly as it became evident that Bayern would be unable to close the considerable gap set by Leverkusen in the domestic league standings.
Source CNN Sport.
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