In a thrilling encounter in the Champions League, Bayern Munich showcased their resilience by coming from behind to secure a 3-1 victory over Sporting Lisbon. The match was highlighted by the remarkable performance of 17-year-old Lennart Karl, who made history by becoming the youngest player to score in three consecutive Champions League matches.
The action commenced shortly after halftime when Sporting took a surprising lead through a Joshua Kimmich own goal. Kimmich, attempting to intercept Ivan Fresneda’s cross during a rapid counterattack, inadvertently directed the ball into his own net just nine minutes into the second half.
However, Bayern Munich responded with determination. Just ten minutes later, they equalized. Serge Gnabry found himself completely unmarked inside the six-yard box and made no mistake as he volleyed home a cross from Michael Olise, drawing the teams level.
The turning point came in the 69th minute when Karl showcased his composure and skill. Controlling a lofted pass from Konrad Laimer, he finished with precision, striking the ball into the net with his right foot. Although goalkeeper Rui Silva would have hoped for a stronger grip on the ball, he was powerless to prevent Bayern from extending their lead moments later.
Jonathan Tah sealed the win for Bayern, scoring the third goal after Gnabry deftly nodded a deep free-kick into his path. The combination play illustrated Bayern’s attacking prowess as they pressed harder for dominance.
Throughout the match, Bayern had shown their intent, with Karl having an early goal disallowed for offside and Harry Kane striking the post with a low shot. While Sporting managed to threaten on the break, their early advantage proved short-lived against the relentless pressure from Bayern.
With this victory, Bayern Munich not only solidified their position in the group but also moved level on points with Arsenal at the top of the table, albeit having played one more match. As the competition progresses, Bayern continues to strengthen their bid for qualification to the knockout stages.
