Champions of the German Bundesliga, FC Bayern Munich will now face the French Champions, Paris Saint-Germain in the finals of the UEFA Champions League after defeating Olympique Lyon, 3 goals to nil, last night.
The game which begun on a note of balance was tipped in favor of the Germans in the 18th minute when winger Gnabry smashed in a stunning goal. Gnabry’s influence in the game grew before the end of the second half as he added another goal to his tally. Lewandoski, who has been nothing but exceptional in this season’s campaign found the back of the net, adding another goal to his 54 goals this season. He has become the second player in history of the Champions League to find the net 15 times in a single campaign together with Christiano Ronaldo, who has than this three times.
The French side, Lyon, found their footing in the second half of the game but could not convert their chances; confirming the victory of Bayern. Depay placed a shot wide of the goal following an error by Bayern midfielder Alcantara. Toko Elambi struck the post in one of Lyon’s many chances early on the break. Ekambi again, had a one-on-on chance but he shot the ball straight at Neuer who easily made the save. Marcelo also had a header chance but couldn’t get the ball pass Neuer.
The final whistle was blown, confirming the victory we all had anticipated even before the game. Bayern Munich has now begun preparation towards their match against PSG on Sunday’s final at Estadio da Luz, where they will be battling for the right raise the Champions League Cup. Now this upcoming game promises us a thrilling game; a clash of the titan of Germany and the titan of France.
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