Munich, April 16 -- Bayern Munich booked their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after edging out Real Madrid in a breathtaking 4-3 second-leg victory at the Allianz Arena, sealing a 6-4 aggregate triumph in a pulsating contest.

The drama began almost instantly, as Bayern's slender first-leg advantage was wiped out inside 35 seconds. A rare error from Manuel Neuer, who strayed outside his area and misplaced a pass, gifted Arda Guler the chance to score from long range, and the Turkish youngster duly capitalised with a stunning first-time finish.

Bayern, however, showed no signs of panic. They hit back within five minutes when Aleksandar Pavlovic rose highest to head home from Joshua Kimmich's pinpoint corner.

The hosts dom...