Bayern Munich edged past Wolfsburg with a thrilling 3-2 victory, thanks to a brace from Leon Goretzka, extending their lead at the top of the Bundesliga table to seven points. Michael Olise also found the net in a match where Bayern dominated but allowed late drama to unfold.
Match Recap
First Half: Bayern Take Control
- Goretzka Opens the Scoring (20’)
- After a spell out of the starting lineup, Leon Goretzka marked his return with a stunning long-range effort, firing past Kamil Grabara to give Bayern the lead.
- Wolfsburg’s Instant Response (24’)
- Michael Olise switched off defensively, allowing Mohamed Amoura to curl a brilliant strike past Manuel Neuer to level the score.
- Olise Redeems Himself (40’)
- Five minutes before halftime, Olise restored Bayern’s lead with a long-range effort that Grabara failed to keep out.
- Bayern almost made it 3-1, but Joshua Kimmich’s goal was ruled out by VAR just before the break.
Second Half: Goretzka Strikes Again, Late Drama Ensues
- Goretzka’s Second (60’)
- Olise delivered a pinpoint free-kick, which Goretzka met with a powerful header, guiding the ball in off the post to make it 3-1.
- Wolfsburg’s Late Push (87’)
- Tiago Tomas’ brilliant solo run set up Amoura for his second goal, sparking late nerves for Bayern.
- Despite the pressure, Bayern held on for their 14th league win of the season.
- Final Score: Bayern Munich 3-2 Wolfsburg
Player Ratings & Analysis
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1)
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| GK: Manuel Neuer | 6.8/10 (Solid but conceded twice) |
| RB: Konrad Laimer | 6.5/10 (Decent defensively, little attacking output) |
| CB: Dayot Upamecano | 7.3/10 (Strong in duels, struggled late on) |
| CB: Kim Min-jae | 6.8/10 (Composed but vulnerable under pressure) |
| LB: Alphonso Davies | 6.9/10 (Energetic but lacked final product) |
| CM: Joshua Kimmich | 8.3/10 (Controlled midfield, unlucky with VAR decision) |
| CM: Leon Goretzka | 9.0/10 (Two goals, dominant display) |
| RM: Leroy Sane | 8.2/10 (Lively, created chances) |
| AM: Michael Olise | 9.0/10 (Scored, assisted, but had defensive lapses) |
| LM: Kingsley Coman | 7.8/10 (Good movement, subbed off late) |
| CF: Harry Kane | 7.5/10 (Held up play well but didn’t score) |
Substitutes:
- Serge Gnabry (67’ for Sane): 6.5/10
- Jamal Musiala (75’ for Coman): 5.9/10
🔹 Player of the Match: Leon Goretzka (9.0/10)
Wolfsburg (4-3-3)
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| GK: Kamil Grabara | 5.3/10 (Costly error, struggled under pressure) |
| RB: Ridle Baku | 6.7/10 (Decent defensive work) |
| CB: Maxence Lacroix | 6.5/10 (Struggled with Bayern’s attack) |
| CB: Sebastiaan Bornauw | 6.3/10 (Lost track of Goretzka for second goal) |
| LB: Rogerio | 6.2/10 (Beaten for pace multiple times) |
| CM: Maximilian Arnold | 7.1/10 (Tidy in possession, lacked creativity) |
| CM: Tiago Tomas | 7.5/10 (Brilliant solo run for second goal) |
| CM: Lovro Majer | 6.8/10 (Struggled to impact the game) |
| RW: Mohamed Amoura | 8.3/10 (Scored twice, Wolfsburg’s standout player) |
| ST: Jonas Wind | 6.5/10 (Limited impact, well-marked) |
| LW: Vaclav Cerny | 6.4/10 (Some good runs, but no end product) |
Substitutes:
- Kevin Paredes (75’ for Cerny): 6.0/10
- Jakub Kaminski (83’ for Arnold): N/A
Key Takeaways from the Match
✅ Leon Goretzka’s Match-Winning Performance: The midfielder delivered his best performance of the season, scoring two goals and dictating play.
✅ Michael Olise’s Impact: Despite a defensive lapse, he scored one and assisted another, proving his worth in Bayern’s attacking setup.
✅ Bayern’s Late Defensive Woes: Despite dominating for most of the match, they allowed Wolfsburg back into the game late on, highlighting an area for improvement.
✅ Wolfsburg’s Fighting Spirit: Mohamed Amoura’s brace kept them competitive, but defensive lapses ultimately cost them a point.
What’s Next?
- Bayern Munich: Remain seven points clear at the top as they look to maintain momentum in their title charge.
- Wolfsburg: Showed signs of fight but need to improve defensively to push for a higher finish.
FAQs
- Who was the best player in the match?
- Leon Goretzka (9.0/10) – His two goals secured the win for Bayern.
- How did Michael Olise perform?
- Despite an early defensive mistake, he scored a goal and assisted another, making a strong impact.
- Why was Joshua Kimmich’s goal disallowed?
- VAR ruled it out for an offside infringement in the buildup.
- Did Bayern deserve to win?
- Yes, they dominated with 25 shots but allowed Wolfsburg back into the game late on.
- How does this result impact the Bundesliga table?
- Bayern extend their lead to seven points, solidifying their position at the top.
