Harry Kane delivered a standout performance as Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in a thrilling UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg.
Goals from Kane and Luis Diaz handed Bayern a deserved lead, while Kylian Mbappe pulled one back late to keep Madrid in contention ahead of the return leg in Munich.
Bayern, coached by Vincent Kompany, dominated large spells of the game at the Santiago Bernabéu and could have extended their advantage further.
Diaz opened the scoring before Kane doubled the lead early in the second half with a clinical finish.
Madrid, however, found a lifeline through Mbappe, whose 74th-minute strike ensured the tie remains finely balanced heading into the second leg.
Reacting after the match, Kane said: “We played some really good stuff today, for sure. Some areas we could have done better as well, maybe the final ball and the final finish – we had some good chances there.
“But credit to them, they did as well, and Manuel [Neuer] made some really good saves. Overall, we can be really happy with the win.”
Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger admitted his side made costly mistakes but insisted they are still in the contest.
“We came out after half-time and screwed up again; both goals we conceded were gifts,” he said.
“We’ve spoken about these things, not losing simple balls. But it happened in the two goals. At this level, it’s very dangerous.”