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Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head-to-head analysis: Comparison of two of the biggest teams in Europe
Kevin Omuya
updated at April 29, 2024 at 10:31 PM
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FC Bayern Munich will face Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals opening match on Tuesday at 21:00 CEST. This matchup features two teams with the most semi-final appearances in the competition. Bayern Munich has played 13 UCL semi-final games, while Real has managed 17. This article delves into the Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head-to-head encounter.
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The Reds will meet Los Blancos at the Allianz Arena in the first-leg fixture. After losing the Bundesliga crown to Bayer Leverkusen, the Bavarians are looking to the Champions League as their final chance to win a trophy this season. Meanwhile, Carlo Ancelotti's side are riding high in La Liga.
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head-to-head
Los Blancos and the Reds have met eight times in the Champions League semi-finals. According to Dario AS, Los Blancos have eliminated FCB in the last two semi-final meetings (2014 and 2018). However, Bayern won four of their five meetings between 1976 and 2012.
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich history
How does Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich's head-to-head history look? The rivalry between the Reds and Los Blancos is legendary. According to Transfermarkt, they have faced each other 26 times in the Champions League or European Cup. Twenty of those were in the round of sixteen.
In the 2010s, the two teams played each other twice in the Champions League: Once in the 2011–12 season, in the final held at FCB's stadium, and the aggregate score was 3–3. In the 2013–14 season, Los Blancos won the tournament with an aggregate score of 5-0.
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Another meeting between the two teams in the 2016–17 quarterfinals ended with Los Blancos lifting the trophy following a 6-3 aggregate victory in extra time. When these two teams faced each other again the following year in the semi-finals, Los Blancos won 4-3.
Until the 2018–19 season, Real's worst home Champions League loss was 2-4 against the Bavarians on February 29, 2000. That was until they lost twice in Madrid by three goals.
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Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich UCL 2023/24
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The two clubs have played 12 games in the 2023-24 Champions League season, with Real winning eight compared to Bayern's three. Here is a breakdown of their stats.
Team | FC Bayern Munich | Real Madrid |
Played | 12 | 12 |
Win | 3 | 8 |
Draw | 1 | 1 |
Lose | 8 | 3 |
Score | 16:24 | 24:16 |
Goal scored | 1.33 | 2 |
Goals allowed | 2 | 1.33 |
Real Madrid vs Bayern UCL stats
Who leads in the Real Madrid vs Bayern head-to-head statistics? Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich's head-to-head Champions League record has caught much attention. The German club slightly edges their Spanish counterparts with 12 wins compared to Madrid's 11 in 26 games. Three matches have ended in a draw.
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Played | Bayern Munich wins | Real Madrid wins | Draws | |
Champions League | 26 | 12 | 11 | 3 |
The first game ended in a 1-1 draw in the semi-final of the European Cup in the 1975-76 season at Santiago Bernabéu. Their latest encounter ended in a draw (2-2) in the second leg of the 2017-18 Champions League semi-final at Santiago Bernabéu.
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Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich overall stats
According to Knel Now, the Germans lead in overall head-to-head stats against Real, which includes friendly games. Los Blancos scored 49 goals, while Bayern scored 58. Here is what Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head-to-head in all competition looks like.
Matches played | 35 |
R. Madrid wins | 14 |
Draws | 5 |
B. Munich wins | 16 |
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich trophies
Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are the most successful clubs in their home nations. Real Madrid has won 70 domestic titles, while Bayern Munich has won 69. While Los Blancos holds the record with 29 international trophies, the Reds have 14, including 6 European Cup/UEFA Champions League triumphs.
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This matchup also pits Jude Bellingham against his England teammate Harry Kane, who has been instrumental in seven goals and three assists for his club this season in the Champions League. Bellingham has also been instrumental in England's eight goals and four assists.
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Kane will become the English player with the most goal involvement in a UCL season if he scores or assists against Real. The striker has seven goals and three assists (10 G/A) for Bayern, level with David Beckham (1998–99) and Steven Gerrard (2007–08).
Frequently asked questions
These two European heavyweights have left an unforgettable impression on the football world throughout several tournaments. Below are the most commonly asked questions about Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich UCL head-to-head.
Which was the highest win between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich?
The second-leg encounter between the two teams in the 2014 UEFA Champions League semi-final on April 29 was one of Spaniards most memorable victories. The Los Blancos came out on top in a 4-0 win in Spain's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
Is Bayern Munich better than Real Madrid?
The Reds are ahead when comparing the two European powerhouses' head-to-head records. Out of 26 meetings, 12 have been won by the German record champions, 11 by the Los Blancos, and the three have ended in a tie.
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Who has played for both Bayern and Real Madrid?
David Alaba had a stellar professional career, appearing in 440 matches for the Germans over 12 seasons and 100 for the Spaniards over three seasons.
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How many times did Real Madrid win against Bayern?
After 26 Champions League meetings, the two teams are virtually evenly matched, with 42 goals scored, 12 victories, three big draws, and 11 losses for Bayern.
Final word
The head-to-head rivalry between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid is one of the most storied and intense battles in European football history. The two clubs have faced each other in official UEFA competitions numerous times. Thus, Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head-to-head proves a slight advantage historically.
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