In a commanding performance, Bayern Munich began their Bundesliga title defense with a resounding 6-0 victory over RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena on Friday, August 22, 2025. England captain Harry Kane was the standout player, netting a second-half hat-trick in just 14 minutes. Michael Olise contributed significantly with two goals, while new signing Luis Díaz marked his debut with a goal and two assists.
The match kicked off with Bayern asserting dominance. In the 27th minute, Olise opened the scoring by capitalizing on a loose ball inside the box, firing it into the bottom corner. Five minutes later, Díaz doubled the lead with a powerful shot off the crossbar, following a well-executed passing move involving Kane and Serge Gnabry. Just before halftime, Olise secured his brace, receiving a precise pass from Gnabry and calmly slotting the ball past Leipzig’s goalkeeper, Péter Gulácsi.
The second half saw Leipzig attempt to regroup, but Bayern’s offensive prowess was overwhelming. In the 64th minute, Kane opened his account by finishing a swift counter-attack, cutting inside from the left and placing the ball into the far corner. Ten minutes later, he added a second, bending a right-footed effort inside the far post after a flick-on from Díaz. Kane completed his hat-trick in the 78th minute, receiving a pass from Díaz, going down the left, and firing in with his left foot.
Post-match, Kane praised his teammates, highlighting the “instant connection” with Díaz, who provided two assists for his goals. He also commended Olise’s performance, noting the strengthening relationship between them over the past year. Bayern’s coach, Vincent Kompany, expressed satisfaction with the team’s energy and efficiency, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high intensity throughout the match.
This emphatic win sets a strong tone for Bayern Munich’s season, showcasing their offensive capabilities and cohesion. Their next fixture is a German Cup tie against Wehen Wiesbaden, followed by a Bundesliga away match at Augsburg.
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