7 April 2026 at 19:00

Match Summary

Bayern München defeated Real Madrid 2:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2025. Goals were scored by L. Diaz 41′, H. Kane 46′, K. Mbappe 74′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Real Madrid had 48% possession while Bayern München held 52%. Real Madrid had 20 shots (9 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for Bayern München. Expected goals: Real Madrid 2.20 — Bayern München 2.92. Real Madrid made 3 substitutions, Bayern München made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Real Madrid and Bayern München — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Real Madrid
Bayern München
Kick Off
41′
L. Diaz

assist: S. Gnabry

Half Time
46′
H. Kane

assist: M. Olise

D. HuijsenEder Militao
62′
T. PitarchJ. Bellingham
62′
69′
K. LaimerA. Davies
69′
S. GnabryJ. Musiala
A. GulerB. Diaz
71′
K. Mbappe

assist: T. Alexander-Arnold

74′
90+3′
A. PavlovicL. Goretzka
90+3′
L. DiazT. Bischof
Full Time

Match Statistics

Real Madrid had 48% possession against Bayern München's 52%. Real Madrid registered 20 shots (9 on target) while Bayern München managed 20 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 8–11. Fouls committed: 12–12.

9Shots on Goal8
8Shots off Goal6
20Total Shots20
3Blocked Shots6
12Shots insidebox13
8Shots outsidebox7
12Fouls12
8Corner Kicks11
1Offsides2
48%Ball Possession52%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves9
454Total passes493
386Passes accurate437
85%Passes %89%
2.20expected_goals2.92
1goals_prevented1

Lineups

Real Madrid lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Alvaro Arbeloa, while Bayern München deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vincent Kompany.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Madrid is 7.06, compared to 7.18 for Bayern München. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Real Madrid's highest-rated starter is K. Mbappe (8.06), while Bayern München's best-rated player is H. Kane (7.95).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Real Madrid have contributed 26 goals and 16 assists this season, led by K. Mbappe (15G). Bayern München's starters account for 27 goals and 23 assists, spearheaded by H. Kane (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Real Madrid deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Bayern München's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Real Madrid field 4 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus Bayern München's 5 rated 7.34. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Real Madrid start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.69, compared to 1 for Bayern München averaging 7.95. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 86% for Real Madrid and 88% for Bayern München. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Real Madrid's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 for Bayern München. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Real Madrid's starting XI is 24.5 (youngest: T. Pitarch (18), oldest: A. Rudiger (32)), while Bayern München average 28.5 (youngest: A. Pavlovic (21), oldest: M. Neuer (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Real Madrid's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 10 for Bayern München. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Real Madrid4-4-24-2-3-1Bayern München
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Lunin12Alexand.22Rudiger24Huijsen18Carreras8Valverde45Pitarch14Tchouam.15Guler10Mbappe7Junior1Neuer44Stanisic2Upameca.4Tah27Laimer45Pavlovic6Kimmich17Olise7Gnabry14Diaz9Kane

Substitutes

Coach: Alvaro Arbeloa

Substitutes

Coach: Vincent Kompany

Real MadridPosition StrengthBayern München
7.06
Avg Rating
7.18
7.00Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.13
0G 0A0G 0A
6.89Defender (4 v 4)6.80
0G 1A2G 7A
6.93Midfielder (4 v 5)7.34
6G 9A13G 15A
7.69Forward (2 v 1)7.95
20G 6A12G 1A
Real Madrid4-4-2
13GoalkeeperA. Lunin7.0
12DefenderT. Alexander-Arnold6.91A
22DefenderA. Rudiger6.7
24DefenderD. Huijsen7.1
18DefenderA. Carreras6.9
8MidfielderF. Valverde7.23G4A
45MidfielderT. Pitarch6.4
14MidfielderA. Tchouameni7.01G1A
15MidfielderA. Guler7.12G4A
10ForwardK. Mbappe8.115G1A
7ForwardVinicius Junior7.35G5A
Bayern München4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Neuer7.1
44DefenderJ. Stanisic6.81G1A
2DefenderD. Upamecano6.82A
4DefenderJ. Tah7.01G1A
27DefenderK. Laimer6.73A
45MidfielderA. Pavlovic7.31G
6MidfielderJ. Kimmich7.51A
17MidfielderM. Olise7.64G6A
7MidfielderS. Gnabry7.02G5A
14MidfielderL. Diaz7.46G3A
9ForwardH. Kane8.012G1A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Real Madrid have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Bayern München show 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Real Madrid

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Bayern München

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Real Madrid vs Bayern München Head to Head Results

Real Madrid and Bayern München have met 11 times — Real Madrid won 6, Bayern München won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Real Madrid leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 11 meetings. A combined 37 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.36 per match (21 for the home side, 16 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (73%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (82%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2026.

6

Real Madrid

2

Drawn

3

Bayern München

Goals: 21Goals: 16

Recent Meetings (11)

15 Apr 2026Bayern München4 – 3Real Madrid
8 May 2024Real Madrid2 – 1Bayern Munich
30 Apr 2024Bayern Munich2 – 2Real Madrid
21 Jul 2019Bayern Munich3 – 1Real Madrid
1 May 2018Real Madrid2 – 2Bayern Munich
25 Apr 2018Bayern Munich1 – 2Real Madrid
12 Apr 2017Bayern Munich1 – 2Real Madrid
3 Aug 2016Bayern Munich0 – 1Real Madrid
29 Apr 2014Bayern Munich0 – 4Real Madrid
23 Apr 2014Real Madrid1 – 0Bayern Munich
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Apr 2026