The Digest:
Harry Kane haunted his former Premier League rivals with a clinical brace, and Michael Olise delivered a dazzling wing display as Bayern Munich opened their Champions League campaign with a commanding 3-1 victory over Chelsea. The German giants capitalized on a Trevoh Chalobah own goal and Kane’s penalty before weathering a Cole Palmer strike to seal a statement win under Vincent Kompany.
Key Points
- Bayern took an early lead through Chalobah’s own goal, forced by Olise’s electrifying run and cross.
- Kane won and converted a penalty before adding a second goal from open play.
- Cole Palmer briefly revived Chelsea's hopes with a brilliant solo effort.
- Olise terrorized Chelsea’s defense all night, creating chances and dominating the right flank.
- Manuel Neuer had little to do beyond Palmer’s goal, as Bayern’s defense held firm.
- Substitutes Kim Min-Jae and Leon Goretzka solidified Bayern’s control in the second half.
- Vincent Kompany’s tactical setup neutralized Chelsea’s attacks while maximizing offensive threats.
Sources: GOAL
