Bayern 5-0 Bochum (Oct 27, 2024) Game Analysis
Match Summary
Bayern Munich continued their impressive start to the season with a resounding 5-0 victory over Bochum on Thursday night.
The Bavarians were in control from the start and took the lead in the 10th minute through a stunning long-range strike from Joshua Kimmich.
Robert Lewandowski doubled the lead just before half-time with a clinical finish from inside the box.
Second Half Dominance
Bayern continued to dominate after the break and added three more goals in the second half.
Serge Gnabry made it 3-0 in the 55th minute with a well-placed shot from the edge of the area.
Lewandowski grabbed his second of the game in the 75th minute with a close-range header.
Substitute Jamal Musiala completed the rout in the 85th minute with a superb solo effort.
Bochum's Struggles
Bochum offered little resistance throughout the match and struggled to create any clear-cut chances.
The visitors' defense was repeatedly exposed by Bayern's attacking quality, and they were fortunate not to concede more goals.
Bochum remain winless after seven games this season and are now bottom of the Bundesliga table.
Conclusion
Bayern's victory was a statement of intent and showed that they are still the team to beat in Germany.
The Bavarians have now won their last four games in all competitions and will be confident heading into next week's Champions League clash with Barcelona.
Bochum, on the other hand, are in desperate need of a turnaround in form. The club has not won a game since April and is in danger of being relegated to the 2. Bundesliga.