One of the most intense confrontations in European football has once again made history. In the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, Bayern Munich suffered a 4-5 defeat against PSG away from home.
One of the central figures in this match was the Munich goalkeeper, Manuel Neuer. The experienced goalkeeper conceded every shot on target directed at his goal during this game. None of the 5 shots on target made by the Parisians were saved — Neuer failed to record a single save this time.
According to Opta Sports, such an unfortunate statistic in the Champions League knockout stages was last recorded in 2000. At that time, Chelsea goalkeeper Ed de Goey also conceded all 5 shots on target against Barcelona without making a single save.
Naturally, this situation is a rare occurrence for a goalkeeper of Neuer's caliber. However, in football, even the most experienced players can sometimes endure difficult nights.
As a reminder, the second leg will take place on May 6 in Munich. In this decisive match, Bayern Munich is expected to exert every effort to overturn the score and reach the final.
The winner will face the victor of the Arsenal — Atletico pairing in the final.
In short, it was a tough match for Neuer, but there is still an opportunity to rectify everything ahead. Now the main question remains — what scenario will we witness in the return leg in Munich?
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