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Bayern Munich vs. Atletico Madrid: Pep Guardiola, Diego Simeone React to UCL Tie

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola was clearly emotional after his side were defeated 2-2- on aggregate in the semi-final of the UEFA Champions League against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, as the Spaniard now prepares to move to the Premier League to take over Manchester City.

The Bundesliga champions crashed out of the competition, exiting on away goals after the second-leg score remained 2-1 in their favor at the final whistle at the Allianz Arena after a smash-and-grab by Atleti French hitman Antoine Griezmann.

The Mirror's Ed Malyon quoted the former Barcelona boss—as Bayern tripped one step short of a final's berth:

Pep: "Titles are just numbers.