Bayern Munich booked its place in the Champions League Round of 16 after a dramatic 1-1 draw against Celtic on Tuesday, winning 3-2 on aggregate. Alphonso Davies scored a crucial equalizer in stoppage time, denying Celtic a historic win in Germany.
Celtic Stuns Bayern With Second-Half Goal
Celtic, needing a win to stay in the competition, started strong and created early chances. In the 16th minute, Nicolas Kuehn nearly scored, but Raphael Guerreiro cleared his shot off the line. Moments later, Daizen Maeda just missed a dangerous cross from Arne Engels.
Bayern, struggling to find momentum, had its best chance just before halftime when Harry Kane hit the post. The England striker, who had a quiet game and was dealing with a head injury from the weekend match against Bayer Leverkusen, was substituted at halftime.
Celtic finally got its reward in the 63rd minute. Kuehn pounced on defensive mistakes by Bayern and calmly slotted the ball past the keeper, putting the Scottish side ahead and bringing the aggregate score to 2-2.
Bayern Fights Back With Late Drama
Needing a goal to avoid extra time, Bayern increased the pressure. Leon Goretzka and Leroy Sane both came close, but Celtic’s goalkeeper, Kasper Schmeichel, made a series of brilliant saves.
As the game moved into stoppage time, Schmeichel denied Goretzka again, but the ball bounced into the path of Alphonso Davies. The Canadian fullback reacted quickly and forced it over the line, saving Bayern from elimination.
What’s Next?
Bayern advances to the Round of 16 and will face either Bayer Leverkusen or Atletico Madrid, depending on Friday’s draw. Meanwhile, Celtic’s wait for a first-ever win in Germany continues, despite a brave performance.
