Youth League: Leverkusen Beat AC Milan, Reach Semifinals

Bayer Leverkusen's U-19 team has advanced to the semifinals of the UEFA Youth League after defeating AC Milan 3-1, in a thrilling quarterfinal match at the BayArena on Wednesday.

Leverkusen took the lead in the 18th minute when Iker Bravo converted a penalty. Milan equalized in the 32nd minute through a close-range finish by Marko Lazetic.

Leverkusen restored their lead in the 55th minute when Zidan Sertdemir scored a stunning goal from outside the box, before Bravo sealed the victory with his second goal of the match in the 89th minute.

Leverkusen's Victory a Testament to Their Quality

Leverkusen's victory was a testament to their quality and determination. They controlled the game for large periods and created several chances, while Milan struggled to create clear-cut opportunities.

Leverkusen's midfield, in particular, was impressive. Sertdemir and Ayman Aourir were excellent in possession, and they created several chances for their teammates.

Milan Disappointed But Can Take Heart

Milan will be disappointed with the result, but they can take heart from their performance. They showed great spirit to come back from a goal down and they created some good chances of their own.

Milan's young players will have learned a lot from this experience, and they will be better for it in the long run.

Leverkusen's Semifinal Opponents and Future Prospects

Leverkusen will now face either Real Madrid or Inter Milan in the semifinals. They will be confident of their chances, but they will need to be at their best to reach the final.

Leverkusen's victory in the Youth League is a sign of their bright future. They have a talented group of young players, and they are capable of achieving great things.