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Bayern Munich Edges Past Benfica with a 1-0 Victory

Munich, Germany - Bayern Munich secured a narrow but crucial 1-0 victory over Benfica in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday night. The German giants dominated possession and created numerous chances but struggled to break down a resolute Benfica defense, ultimately relying on a solitary goal from Kingsley Coman in the 51st minute to secure the win.

A Tightly Contested First Half

The first half was a tactical battle, with both teams displaying cautious approaches. Bayern, as expected, controlled the tempo and possession, but Benfica defended with discipline and organized compactness. Bayern's attacking trio of Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sané, and Coman looked dangerous but were repeatedly thwarted by a resilient Benfica backline.

Coman Breaks the Deadlock

The deadlock was finally broken in the 51st minute when Coman expertly finished off a well-worked team move. Joshua Kimmich's pinpoint cross from the right found Coman unmarked in the penalty area, and the French winger volleyed the ball past a helpless Odisseas Vlachodimos in the Benfica goal.

Bayern's Dominance Continues

After the goal, Bayern continued to press for a second, but Benfica held firm. Thomas Müller came close with a header that went just wide, while Sadio Mané had a shot saved by Vlachodimos. Benfica, however, struggled to create any clear-cut chances of their own.

A Valuable Win for Bayern

The narrow victory gives Bayern a significant advantage heading into the second leg in Lisbon next week. While Benfica will be eager to overturn the deficit, Bayern's home win gives them a strong platform to progress to the semi-finals. The match was a testament to Bayern's attacking prowess and the resilience of Benfica's defense, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling second leg encounter.