Bayern Munich 4-2 Heidenheim: Initial reactions and observations

Impressions and Takeaways

• Amid a post-substitution collapse in the second half, Bayern Munich managed to net two goals securing a victory against Heidenheim, although it demanded more effort than expected. Critics may rebuke Thomas Tuchel for upsetting the team’s balance with his substitutions, but the conceded goals were primarily due to individual errors.
• Harry Kane fell short of a hat trick in what could be considered a disappointing game for him. There were no assists either. However, he continues to edge closer to Lewandowski’s record with every match.
• Leroy Sane displayed extremely poor finishing despite providing assists. He squandered numerous chances created by Kane and Thomas Müller, possibly due to mounting fatigue. It is hoped that Nagelsmann will afford him some rest during the international break.
• Aleksandr Pavlović showcased a brilliant performance in the #6 role, indicating that he could be a vital midfield option going forward.
• Bouna Sarr performed admirably at left-back, significantly enhancing the depth of the squad with his addition to the rotation.

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Result: Bayern Munich 4-2 Heidenheim.

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85’ — GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Choupo-Moting scores, making it 4-2!

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72’ — GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Guerreiro nets a goal, bringing the score to 3-2!

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69’ — Goal. A surprising turn of events as it becomes 2-2.

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67’ — Goal. Heidenheim narrows the lead to 2-1, an unexpected twist.

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60’ — Substitutions: Muller, Upamecano, and Gnabry exit for Guerreiro, Tel, and Choupo-Moting.

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45’ — The second half gets underway!

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Halftime: Bayern Munich 2-0 Heidenheim.

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43’ — GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Harry Kane extends the lead to 2-0!

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13’ — GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! Harry Kane opens the scoring with a goal!

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Kickoff: We’re underway!

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One hour until kickoff: We have lineups! Thomas Tuchel has opted for significant rotation today, with Aleksander Pavlović, Thomas Müller, Serge Gnabry, and Bouna Sarr all in the starting lineup for Bayern Munich. Kingsley Coman and Alphonso Davies are on the bench, and Leon Goretzka is out due to muscular issues. This presents an opportunity for Heidenheim, if they can seize it.

That’s quite a lot of changes. It’s Bayern time.

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With Bayer Leverkusen maintaining an unbeaten record and sitting at the top of the league table, Bayern Munich must continue to secure wins. While facing a newly promoted team at the Allianz Arena in normal circumstances would be routine for the record champions, Thomas Tuchel faces numerous challenges.

Joshua Kimmich is suspended, Jamal Musiala and Matthijs de Ligt are injured, and half of his squad is either tired or not fully fit. Despite Harry Kane’s prolific scoring, the team will have to unite to secure a positive outcome in this match.

It’s Bayern time.

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Match Info

Location: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany

Time: 3:30 pm local time, 9:30 am EST

TV/streaming: ESPN+, Find Your Country

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