Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig Review
After a tumultuous beginning, Bayern Munich took charge and decisively defeated RB Leipzig 5-1 in the Bundesliga, marking their third consecutive unbeaten match against RB Leipzig. Bayern scored within the first 30 seconds, capitalizing on a poor pass from Willi Orbán, leading to Jamal Musiala finishing off a play initiated by Michael Olise. The equalizer came quickly, as Benjamin Šeško scored with a precise first-time shot from Loïs Openda’s assist, making it the first instance in Bundesliga history where both teams scored within the first two minutes of a game.
Although the scoring slowed, the intensity remained high, with Musiala’s header saved by Péter Gulácsi and Arthur Vermeeren deflecting Leon Goretzka’s shot just over the bar in the first 15 minutes. Harry Kane had a shot that was deflected wide by Orbán as Bayern sought to establish control following an early flurry of activity. Konrad Laimer helped them achieve this by scoring, thanks to a return pass from Olise. The home team continued to push Die Roten Bullen back, and Joshua Kimmich took advantage of the space, delivering a powerful strike from distance that beat Gulácsi in the 36th minute.
After the second half began, Musiala’s instinctive shot was tipped over by Gulácsi as Bayern resumed their dominance. Leroy Sané then shot wide while stretching, but soon led a fast break that ended with Olise shooting over the bar. Leipzig’s frustrations were evident in Benjamin Henrichs’ foul on Kimmich, which worsened when Goretzka blocked Openda’s attempt and Antonio Nusa sent his follow-up wide. Kane had a fierce shot saved, and Olise couldn’t convert Musiala’s quick cross before Alphonso Davies advanced and assisted Sané, who scored to secure the victory for Bayern.
Davies capitalized on a precise cross from Kimmich to score a goal, as Bayern made a strong comeback from their unexpected loss to Mainz. They achieved their ninth straight unbeaten home game and temporarily extended their lead to seven points at the top of the Bundesliga standings. Additionally, Bayern handed Leipzig their first defeat in three league matches, increasing the pressure on manager Marco Rose, who faced further difficulties when Henrichs got injured during stoppage time.
