2023-11-09 00:21:00
Harry Kane strolled across the pitch completely relaxed after the final whistle. The goal guarantor from England had once again really fired up. With his two goals in the 2-1 (0-0) win against Galatasaray Istanbul, Kane led FC Bayern to the knockout round of the Champions League for the 16th time in a row and to early group victory in Group A (table).
They were his 18th and 19th goals of the season for the German record champions. “It was a tough game. But I’m very happy that we’re in the knockout phase. I’m enjoying it, I’m happy with the team,” said Kane on “DAZN”.
Kane’s first goal was only recognized after a long video study (80th). Then the goalscorer made the decision (86th) and Bayern celebrated their 17th consecutive victory in the group stage of the premier class – a record.
Kane had previously hit the post (53′). Cedric Bakambu shortened the score for Istanbul (90+3).
Champions League: Harry Kane (No. 9) heads in to make it 1-0 – FC Bayern Munich vs. Galatasaray
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FC Bayern have been unbeaten in 38 preliminary round games
The Munich team has now been unbeaten in 38 games in the preliminary round, which is also a record. The downside: After 40 minutes, Jamal Musiala had to leave the field injured and Thomas Müller replaced him.
Thomas Tuchel had “no good” news straight after the game. “It doesn’t look good. It’s a muscle injury, in the worst case a torn fiber. Hopefully it’s just a strain,” said the Bayern coach. And: “No chance at all for Heidenheim.”
Before the game, Tuchel had already attached great importance to an early entry into the knockout rounds. “It would give us huge self-confidence, that would be a huge confirmation if we succeeded,” he said, but emphasized: “Even if we succeed, we will continue to try to get every point and never give it up or value games less. “
FC Bayern still plays against FC Copenhagen (November 29th) and at Manchester United (December 12th).
Kimmich controls the midfield
Joshua Kimmich, who was suspended in the Bundesliga against Dortmund and also on Saturday in the Bundesliga against 1. FC Heidenheim, patrolled the midfield as Tuchel announced.
Doing without Kimmich was out of the question for the coach, not even after the strong performance of Leon Goretzka and Konrad Laimer in the 4-0 win in Dortmund on Saturday. “Jo is a fixed point,” emphasized Tuchel – and saw, among other things, how Kimmich had to tie Goretzka’s shoes on the field, whose hand was bandaged.
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As in the first leg (3:1) in the cauldron in Istanbul, Galatasaray went to work courageously and aggressively, but this time Bayern fought back resolutely from the start.
Neuer makes a Champions League comeback
A highly intense game developed in which Kane set an early mark with a powerful shot (4th) that Gala goalkeeper Fernando Muslera parried. Ten minutes later he made a great clearance against Leroy Sané, who appeared free in front of him (14th), and again after a good half hour (30th).
Galatasaray presented themselves as the expected uncomfortable opponents, were poisonous in the duels and attacked at every opportunity. However, goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was not nearly as challenged in his comeback to the international stage as his deputy Sven Ulreich was in the first leg.
When it came down to it in the 42nd minute, his class immediately shone through: he made an outstanding save against Mauro Icardi.
Kane provides redemption
Bayern also repeatedly found gaps in their tough struggle, but the shots in and around the penalty area remained rare. An opponent often blocked, and the post also stood in Kane’s way.
The outcry from the loud and numerous Galatasaray fans in the 62nd minute quickly subsided: Lucas Torreira’s goal was disallowed for offside.
Kane’s goal from Kimmich’s free-kick cross also had to be checked for offside – but was recognized as correct. Kane followed up and the guests made things exciting again.
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