MUNICH (AP) — Real Madrid has made an art form of striking when least expected.
Bayern Munich was so dominant in the Champions League semifinal on Tuesday that it seemed only a matter of time before it scored. But Madrid pounced instead.
Vinícius Júnior ran onto a brilliant Toni Kroos pass and fired the visitors ahead in the 24th minute with their first chance.
“I know that Viní prefers the ball in space than at his feet,” Kroos said. “Then he makes his move. He makes the pass easy for me with his run.”
Madrid’s knack for scoring goals out of nothing is a trait that plays on rivals’ minds as Bayern midfielder Leon Goretzka acknowledged after the teams’ 2-2 draw.
“We let Vinícius out our eye for a bit and then there was a huge hole,” Goretzka said. “There wasn’t the feeling that something dangerous could happen but that’s the quality of Real and you need to be ready for it all the time.”
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
Belgium launches probe into suspected Russian interference in upcoming EU electionsKremlin says 2022 draft document could serve as starting point for future Ukraine peace talksPakistani police search for gunmen who abducted bus passengers and killed 10 in the southwestPhiladelphia 76ers unveil sculpture of Allen IversonTycoon Truong My Lan's death sentence is a turning point for VietnamPakistani police search for gunmen who abducted bus passengers and killed 10 in the southwestBenteler Steel plans $21 million expansion, will create 49 jobsProminent surgeon says he was denied entry to Germany for a proTrump to host rally on Biden's home turf in northeast PennsylvaniaLouisiana lawmakers quietly advance two controversial bills as severe weather hits the state
3.0322s , 5259.9296875 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by Efficient Real Madrid making an art form of scoring when least expected ,International Issue news portal