In the team’s highest profile match of the season, Bayern Munich stumbled out of the gates and never really found a comfort zone. Harry Kane scored twice in the first half, although one of the opportunities was overturned by VAR due to Kane’s kneecap being in an offside position.
Barcelona was brutally efficient with its finishing. Bayern captain Manuel Neuer failed to have an effect on the game, conceding a goal on all four shots on target.
“Both teams play a risky game so mistakes and ball losses can happen,” Neuer said (as captured by @iMiaSanMia). “We made mistakes, we must be more present and aggressive in midfield because Barcelona have quick players like Raphinha upfront – that was missing today. It’s a point we have to improve. It also must be said that Barça play with a higher intensity than the teams we faced so far.”
For the first time in the club’s history, Bayern have lost three consecutive away matches in the Champions League. Vincent Kompany has a tall task ahead of him in getting the squad back on track.
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