Bayern Munich triumphed over RB Leipzig with a commanding 5:1 win in a thrilling Bundesliga match, setting a record for the fastest scoring start. Jamal Musiala and Benjamin Sesko each scored early, but Bayern regained control with goals from Konrad Laimer, Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sané, and a final assist from Kimmich to secure the victory. Concerns arose over a serious injury to Leipzig’s Benjamin Henrichs, and Bayern honored recent events with a moment of silence post-match.
Bayern Munich Dominates RB Leipzig in Thrilling Bundesliga Match
Bayern Munich showcased their strength with an impressive 5:1 victory over RB Leipzig in a highly anticipated Bundesliga clash on Friday, marking the 15th matchday. The match was a remarkable display of skill, featuring record-breaking moments from Jamal Musiala and Benjamin Sesko.
An Unforgettable Start
Just 103 seconds into the game, both teams had already found the back of the net, making it the fastest scoring start in Bundesliga history. Jamal Musiala opened the scoring for Bayern within 29 seconds, but RB Leipzig quickly equalized through Benjamin Sesko just 74 seconds later. Both goals were the result of critical defensive errors, with Willi Orban and Min-Jae Kim’s mistakes paving the way for the quick strikes.
“We showed a good reaction,” stated Joshua Kimmich in a post-match interview, reflecting on the swift equalizer. He added that the team’s victory was “deserved, even in terms of the scoreline.”
Following Leipzig’s equalizer, Bayern rallied and regained control. In the 25th minute, Konrad Laimer, a summer signing from Leipzig, scored his first goal for Bayern with a stunning volley, putting his new team back in the lead.
Bayern’s Onslaught Continues
In the 35th minute, Kimmich extended Bayern’s lead with a spectacular shot from 25 meters that left Peter Gulacsi without a chance. After the break, Bayern continued to dominate, creating numerous high-quality chances. Gulacsi made impressive saves against Musiala and Harry Kane, who was returning from injury.
In the 75th minute, Leroy Sané finally found the net after several attempts, scoring from the left flank with a brilliant assist from Alphonso Davies. Kimmich later set up the final goal with a precise cross, sealing the game at 5:1. Leipzig’s coach Marco Rose conceded, “We deserved to lose, even by this margin.”
The match was marred by a serious injury to Benjamin Henrichs, who collapsed without any contact. The referee paused the game during the injury break, and there are concerns about the severity of his condition.
This victory allows Bayern to maintain a seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga table, while Leipzig remains in fourth place. In light of recent tragic events in Magdeburg, Bayern Munich canceled their post-match Christmas ceremony and held a minute of silence, followed by a collective rendition of “Silent Night” by the spectators and the Tölzer Knabenchor.
Looking ahead, Bayern will face Mönchengladbach on January 11, 2025, while RB Leipzig will host Werder Bremen the following day.