Bayern Munich made history in the UEFA Champions League and shattered record books by scoring the most goals in a single match for the first time in the league’s history.
The Bavarians achieved this remarkable feat with a resounding 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb during their opening match of the 2024/25 Champions League season at the Allianz Arena.
Bayern Munich Historic Performance
The match, held on September 25, 2024, saw Bayern Munich dominate from the outset. By halftime, they had already established a commanding 3-0 lead with goals from Harry Kane, Raphaël Guerreiro, and a debut European goal from Michael Olise.
However, the Croatian champions briefly threatened to disrupt Bayern’s momentum by scoring two quick goals shortly after the break.
Undeterred, Bayern responded emphatically. Harry Kane netted three more goals to complete his hat-trick, bringing his total to four for the match and making him the leading English scorer in Champions League history.
Olise added another goal to his tally, while Leroy Sané and Leon Goretzka rounded off the scoring for Bayern.
This victory not only marked Bayern’s biggest win in European competition since a 10-0 thrashing of Anorthosis Famagusta in 1983 but also positioned them among the highest-scoring teams in Champions League history.
Significance of the Record
Bayern Munich’s 9-2 victory is now the second-highest-scoring game in Champions League history, trailing only Borussia Dortmund’s famous 8-4 win over Legia Warsaw in November 2016.
This match also highlighted Bayern’s attacking prowess and depth, showcasing contributions from multiple players, including two assists each from Joshua Kimmich and Jamal Musiala.
Bayern’s performance has set an early tone for their campaign in this year’s tournament, emphasizing their ambition to reclaim the Champions League title.
The club has a rich history in this competition, having won it six times and consistently being among the favorites.
Reactions from Players and Management
Following the match, head coach Thomas Tuchel praised his team’s performance, stating, “This was an incredible display of football. The players executed our game plan perfectly and showed their quality throughout the match.”
Harry Kane expressed his delight at both his performance and the team’s collective success: “Scoring four goals is a dream come true, but it’s all about the team effort. We played brilliantly together.”
