Bayern Munich Defeat Bodø/Glimt in the Second Half: 5-0
Bayern Munich opened their UEFA Champions League campaign with a convincing 5-0 victory over Bodø/Glimt at home. After struggling to create the chances they wanted in the first half, Bayern raised the tempo after the break and completely overwhelmed their opponents.
The first half ended goalless, but Bayern finally broke the deadlock in the 47th minute through Jamal Musiala. Musiala's goal opened the game up, with the German side then increasing the pressure and finding goals in quick succession.
61st minute: Harry Kane doubled Bayern's lead with a header.
72nd minute: Alphonso Davies made it 3-0.
77th minute: Michael Olise extended the lead to four.
90th minute: Michael Olise scored his second goal to complete the 5-0 victory.
The standout performer of the night was Michael Olise. The French winger scored twice in the 77th and 90th minutes and also provided an assist, playing a key role in Bayern's dominant second-half performance.
Bodø/Glimt were also reduced to ten men late in the match. Odin Bjørtuft was shown a red card in the 87th minute, forcing the Norwegian side to finish the game with a numerical disadvantage.
Match Statistics
| Statistic | Bayern Munich | Bodø/Glimt |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 66% | 34% |
| Shots | 25 | 3 |
| Shots on target | 11 | 0 |
| Corners | 7 | 2 |
| xG | 2.49 | 0.20 |
| Pass accuracy | 93% | 80% |
Player of the Match: Michael Olise
Michael Olise was the star of the match with two goals and one assist. The French player was at the heart of Bayern Munich's attacking pressure in the second half and played a decisive role in the team's 5-0 victory.
Bayern Munich made a strong start to their Champions League campaign with an impressive attacking display after the break. The German side recorded 25 shots, including 11 on target, while giving Bodø/Glimt almost no opportunity to threaten their goal.
