This archive report was first published on 9 August 2020.
On a night that showcased the brilliance of Robert Lewandowski, Bayern Munich secured a 4-1 win over Chelsea at the Allianz Arena, setting up a highly anticipated quarter-final clash with Barcelona in the Champions League.
With a 3-0 lead from the first leg at Stamford Bridge in February, Bayern Munich dominated the match, ultimately progressing 7-1 on aggregate.
The Polish striker bagged his 12th and 13th Champions League goals this season, netting a penalty with just 10 minutes gone and adding a late header to his pair of assists.
Bayern Munich's treble-chasing team will meet Barcelona next Friday in Lisbon for a place in the semi-finals.
Chelsea's hopes were briefly raised when Tammy Abraham tapped home a loose ball on 44 minutes, but Bayern Munich's dominance was soon restored.
Corentin Tolisso sealed the result with a goal in the 76th minute, and Alvaro Odriozola supplied the cross for Lewandowski's late header.
Bayern Munich's coach, Hansi Flick, made strategic changes in the second half, which paid off as Tolisso and Lewandowski scored crucial goals.
With this win, Bayern Munich has set up a thrilling quarter-final clash with Barcelona, and football fans are eagerly anticipating the match.
