Juventus Stuns Bayern Munich in Champions League ThrillerJuventus Stuns Bayern Munich in Champions League Thriller In a pulsating Champions League Round of 16 clash, Juventus shocked Bayern Munich 2-1 at the Allianz Arena, securing a crucial advantage heading into the second leg. From the outset, the game crackled with intensity. Bayern dominated possession in the early stages, but Juventus were resolute in defense. The Bianconeri eventually found their rhythm and began to create chances, with Dusan Vlahovic testing Manuel Neuer with a thunderous shot. The first half culminated in a moment of brilliance. Federico Chiesa latched onto a long ball on the right flank, surged past Alphonso Davies, and unleashed a stunning volley into the far corner. Juventus went into the break with a deserved 1-0 lead. After the restart, Bayern applied relentless pressure. Jamal Musiala equalized in the 66th minute with a delightful chipped finish from close range. The hosts pushed for a winner, but Wojciech Szczesny was in inspired form, making several crucial saves. With time running out, Juventus delivered the sucker punch. Vlahovic pounced on a loose ball in the penalty area, rounded Neuer, and slotted the ball home. The Allianz Arena erupted into a frenzy as the Bianconeri sealed a famous victory. Bayern’s stars, including Robert Lewandowski and Sadio Mane, were largely kept at bay by Juventus’ resolute defense. The Italian champions showed immense grit and determination, proving once again their resilience in the biggest of matches. The result gives Juventus a significant advantage heading into the second leg at the Allianz Stadium on March 16. Bayern will need to produce a herculean performance to overturn the deficit and advance to the quarter-finals.