Bayern Munich faced off against Eintracht Frankfurt, who had yet to lose under new head coach Albert Riera. Bayern came away with the win, handing Riera his first defeat.
Here are the main highlights from Bayern’s close win.
Bayern Munich Must Dominate Matches
To address the negatives first, Bayern was comfortably leading by three goals at the 76th minute but found themselves defending a narrow one-goal lead by the 86th. While they did secure the victory, it didn’t have to be so tense.
While it’s normal for players to miss opportunities, it’s reasonable to expect the team to capitalize better. Bayern had multiple chances to exploit Frankfurt’s shaky defense, particularly in the first half. However, poor choices and finishing meant they barely managed to hold on.
Reflections on Bayern Munich’s Record-Breaking Season
Bayern is having another record-breaking season. They won 16 consecutive matches at the start of the season, surpassing AC Milan’s previous record of 13, marking the best start in European history. They also matched the highest points total of 50, set during Pep Guardiola’s era, with a remarkable goal difference of 61.
Bayern is on track to surpass their own 101-goal record from the 1971/72 season. With 85 goals so far, they need just 17 in 11 matches to break the record. Harry Kane is also on pace to match Robert Lewandowski’s historic 41-goal season, having scored 28 goals already.
Bayern Needs to Secure Their Position Against Borussia Dortmund
Following a slight dip in form, Bayern’s lead over Dortmund has decreased from 11 points to 6. Dortmund is now vocal about their title aspirations, and with both teams performing strongly this season, the competition is intensifying.
Bayern’s recent win keeps them firmly in control. If Dortmund were to win against RB Leipzig next week, the gap could narrow to three points, making their upcoming clash even more crucial for both teams.
