Bayern Munich secured a 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen on March 11, 2025, advancing to the Champions League quarterfinals with a 5-0 aggregate score. Harry Kane opened the scoring in the 52nd minute, followed by Alphonso Davies’ goal in the 71st minute. Kane’s performance was notable as he became the first English player to score 10 goals in a single European Cup season.
Bayern will face Inter Milan in the next round.
Bayern Munich’s Champions League Triumph Over Bayer Leverkusen
Match Highlights:
- First Half: Bayern dominated possession and created early chances, but Leverkusen’s defense held firm, keeping the scoreline goalless at halftime.
- Second Half:
- 52nd Minute: Harry Kane broke the deadlock, converting a cross from Joshua Kimmich. This goal marked Kane’s 10th in the Champions League this season, making him the first English player to achieve this feat in a single European Cup campaign.
- 71st Minute: Kane assisted Alphonso Davies, who doubled Bayern’s lead, effectively sealing the match.
Key Performances:
- Harry Kane: Instrumental in the victory with a goal and an assist, showcasing his pivotal role in Bayern’s attacking lineup.
- Alphonso Davies: Not only contributed defensively but also added to the scoreline with a well-taken goal.
- Jonas Urbig: The young goalkeeper secured his first Champions League clean sheet, demonstrating composure and reliability between the posts.
Tactical Overview:
Leverkusen, under the guidance of Xabi Alonso, attempted to overturn the first-leg deficit by making tactical adjustments, including the inclusion of Patrik Schick and Ezequiel Palacios. However, Bayern’s organized defense and clinical finishing highlighted the gap between the two sides.
Injuries and Absences:
Leverkusen sorely missed their key midfielder, Florian Wirtz, whose absence due to injury hampered their creative options in the midfield.
Next Steps:
Bayern Munich will face Inter Milan in the quarter-finals, setting up a thrilling encounter between the Bundesliga leaders and the Serie A front-runners.
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