Bayern Munich overpower Barcelona 3-0 as Lewandowski ends goal drought

Lewandowski's emphatic strike seals comfortable victory for Bayern

Barcelona's struggles continue amid financial turmoil and on-pitch woes

Bayern Munich produced a dominant display to thrash Barcelona 3-0 in their UEFA Champions League Group C clash on Tuesday, extending their perfect start to the competition.

Robert Lewandowski, making his first start for Bayern since his summer move from Borussia Dortmund, opened the scoring in the 54th minute with a clinical finish. Leroy Sane doubled the lead 10 minutes later with a fine individual effort, before Jamal Musiala added a third in the 84th minute to seal a comprehensive victory.

Barcelona, still reeling from the departure of Lionel Messi and facing significant financial challenges, were outplayed from start to finish and offered little threat to Bayern's dominance.

Lewandowski's return to form

Lewandowski's goal was his first for Bayern since his €50 million move from Dortmund. The Poland international had struggled to find his scoring touch in the Bundesliga, but he showed no signs of rust against Barcelona.

His goal was a reminder of his clinical finishing ability, and it will be a major boost to Bayern's hopes of winning the Champions League this season.

Barcelona's struggles continue

Barcelona's defeat to Bayern was their second in the Champions League this season, following their 3-0 loss to Benfica in their opening match.

The Catalan club are now bottom of Group C, and they face an uphill battle to reach the knockout stages. Their financial problems have made it difficult to strengthen their squad, and they are now paying the price on the pitch.

Manager Ronald Koeman is under increasing pressure, and he may struggle to keep his job if Barcelona's poor form continues.