Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich Penalty Shootout: UEFA Champions League Final 2012
Bayern Munich Win on Penalties
By Graham MacAree | April 25th, 2012 | 5:14 pm EDT
Bayern Munich emerged victorious over Real Madrid in a thrilling UEFA Champions League Final on Saturday, winning 2-1 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 in extra time.
The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams having chances to win it in regulation. Real Madrid took the lead in the first half through a goal from Cristiano Ronaldo, but Bayern Munich equalized in the second half through a goal from Thomas Müller.
The match went to extra time, and both teams had chances to win it, but neither team could find a winning goal. The match went to penalties, and Bayern Munich won 2-1. Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was the hero for Bayern Munich, saving two penalties in the shootout.
The win gives Bayern Munich their fifth UEFA Champions League title, and their first since 2001. Real Madrid were looking to win their 10th UEFA Champions League title, but they will have to wait another year.
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