Phenomenal stats: Bayern striker ranks second in Europe's top 5 leagues for non-penalty goal involvements
The first half of the Champions League quarter-final clash between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich ended with the visitors in front, 1-0. The only goal of the opening 45 minutes was scored by Bayern’s Colombian winger Luis Díaz, who fired his side ahead with a clinical finish.
Details: Luis Díaz’s stats this season are nothing short of spectacular: he’s already registered 38 goal involvements excluding penalties (23 goals and 15 assists). According to Squawka, only his teammate Michael Olise (40) has more among all players in Europe’s top five leagues.
The Colombian’s phenomenal form is also underscored by his Champions League streak—he’s found the net or provided an assist in four consecutive matches, including games against PSV, Atalanta, and now Real Madrid.
The goal was a real shock to the “Royal Club,” but there’s still the entire second half to play.
Reminder: Bayern defender Dayot Upamecano failed to score into an open net against Real.
Steven Perez
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