Joshua Kimmich the match-winner as Bayern Munich overcome Arsenal to book Champions League semifinals spot

Bayern Munich are in the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League after Joshua Kimmich's second-half header helped them beat Arsenal 1-0 (3-2 on aggregate) in a tightly-contested quarterfinal.

A gritty and clinical performance from Bayern Munich helped them overcome the challenge of Arsenal in a highly absorbing Champions League quarterfinal tie. Joshua Kimmich headed home what proved to be the winning goal, as Thomas Tuchel's side booked a semifinal tie against the most successful team in Champions League history - Real Madrid.

There wasn't much to separate the two sides over the course of the 180 minutes, but Bayern Munich narrowly edged the big moments and defended with great tenacity to secure a well deserved place in the Champions League semifinals.

Both teams knew just what was at stake in the second leg, and were keen to avoid making mistakes. Chances were at a premium as a result, especially in the first-half. Jamal Musiala came closest for Bayern in the first-half, while Martin Ødegaard forced a good save from Manuel Neuer.

The second-half was a more frantic affair, with the home side hitting the frame of the goal moments after the restart. Leon Goretzka hit the post with a header, before Raphael Guerreiro's follow-up shot was saved onto the woodwork.

Guerreiro, who started at left wing amid Bayern's injury crisis in attack, put in a lively performance. The Portuguese international also assisted the winning goal with an excellent cross into the box, which Kimmich turned home with a bullet header.

Arsenal tried to claw their way back into the game, and a tense finish ensued. But the Bayern defense held firm and did not allow any clear-cut chances in the closing stages. The win helped the Bavarians secure their place in the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 2020.

Bayern Munich's hopes of winning silverware this season are still alive, but another tough assignment lies in store for them against one of Real Madrid, who defeated Manchester City on penalties to book their place in the semifinals.