April 18, (THEWILL) – As the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League season reaches its climactic stage, the four teams that will vie for the prestigious trophy have been determined. Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid have all booked their places in the semi-finals, setting the stage for a tough conclusion to Europe’s premier club competition.
Borussia Dortmund, despite their Bundesliga struggles, demonstrated their resilience by overcoming Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals. The German outfit came from behind to claim their spot in the final four, where they will face off against Paris Saint-Germain. The Parisians, who had fallen 3-2 to Barcelona in the first leg, displayed their own quality by hammering the Catalan giants 4-1 in the return fixture, ensuring their progression.
Bayern Munich, the Bavarian powerhouse, advanced after a thrilling two-legged tie with Arsenal. The Gunners held the German champions to a 2-2 draw in the first leg, but Thomas Tuchel’s men prevailed with a 1-0 victory at the Allianz Arena, sealing their place in the semi-finals.
Completing the quartet are the perennial UCL contenders, Real Madrid. The Spanish giants engaged in a classic encounter with Manchester City, with the two teams playing out a 3-3 draw in the first leg. In the return fixture, Real Madrid emerged victorious on penalties, booking their spot in the final four.
The stage is set for an enthralling semi-final showdown. Dortmund will face off against PSG, while Bayern and Real will renew their long-standing rivalry. Fans can look forward to two captivating ties, with the first leg scheduled for April 30 and May 1, and the return fixtures slated for May 7 and May 8.
The coveted Champions League final will take place on June 1 at Wembley, as two of these four titans will battle it out for the ultimate prize in European club football.
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