Bayern Munich secured their spot in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 after a dramatic 1-1 draw against Celtic FC on February 18, 2025, at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The aggregate score over the two legs was 3-2 in favor of Bayern.
In the second leg, Celtic’s Nicolas Kuehn opened the scoring in the 63rd minute, giving the visitors hope of overturning the 2-1 deficit from the first leg. However, Bayern’s Alphonso Davies netted a stoppage-time equalizer, ensuring Bayern’s progression to the next round and avoiding extra time. citeturn0news18
The first leg, held on February 12, 2025, at Celtic Park in Glasgow, saw Bayern Munich clinch a 2-1 victory. Goals from Michael Olise and Harry Kane provided Bayern with a crucial advantage, while Daizen Maeda’s late header offered Celtic a lifeline heading into the second leg. citeturn0search10
Despite a valiant effort and several missed opportunities, Celtic were unable to capitalize on their chances, leading to their exit from the tournament. Bayern Munich now awaits their opponent in the Round of 16, with potential matchups against teams like Bayer Leverkusen or Atlético Madrid. citeturn0news18
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