Harry Kane has given his verdict on facing Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals, with Bayern Munich dashing Arsenal’s European dreams.
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- Bundesliga giants battled past Gunners
- La Liga giants next up in the last four
- England star desperate to land a trophy
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ToggleWHAT HAPPENED?
The Bundesliga giants are marching on into the last four after securing a 3-2 aggregate victory over the Gunners at the quarter-final stage. Former Tottenham star Kane lined up against familiar north London opposition in a thrilling encounter that was settled by Joshua Kimmich’s goal in an absorbing second-leg encounter at the Allianz Arena.
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WHAT KANE SAID
Kane had been on target in the first leg at Emirates Stadium, as he converted from the penalty spot, and has 39 goals to his name this season through 40 appearances in all competitions. He is looking forward to testing himself against 14-time winners in the semi-finals, telling : “Real Madrid is of course a big club with an impressive history in the Champions League. It will be a difficult semi-final for us, but that's what the semi-finals of the Champions League are about: playing against the biggest clubs. We will now enjoy this victory and then prepare for the games.”
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Kane has also posted a celebratory video on social media, in which he praises Bayern for “finding a way” against Arsenal. He admits that a meeting with Madrid is going to be a “tough game” but is urging Bayern fans to “celebrate” for now as they remain in the hunt for continental glory.
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WHAT NEXT FOR KANE?
The Champions League remains Bayern’s last chance to land major silverware this season, in what has been a frustrating campaign for the Bavarian giants, with England international striker Kane hoping to get his hands on a long-awaited trophy.
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