Bayern Munich Thrashes RB Leipzig 6-0 in Bundesliga Opener, Harry Kane Scores Perfect Hattrick

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Bayern Munich successfully kicked off the 2025/2026 Bundesliga season with a dominant performance, thrashing RB Leipzig 6-0 in their opening match at the Allianz Arena.

The match, which took place on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 8:30 PM CEST (6:30 PM UTC), was a showcase for Bayern's players.

Bayern Munich's goal-fest was highlighted by a perfect hat trick from star striker Harry Kane, as well as two goals each from Michael Olise and a goal from Luis Díaz on his debut.

Michael Olise opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a fine finish, setting up a highly anticipated opening goal of the Bundesliga season.

Shortly after, Luis Díaz, making his Bundesliga debut, immediately showed his mettle.

He scored his first goal for the club with a powerful shot that hit the underside of the crossbar in the 32nd minute, extending Bayern's lead.

Before halftime, Olise scored again in the 42nd minute, capitalizing on a perfect pass from Serge Gnabry.

This third goal further widened the lead and made it difficult for RB Leipzig to develop their game.

The match was watched live by 75,000 fans packed into the Allianz Arena.

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The second half was the stage for Harry Kane to showcase his class as one of the world's best strikers.

The English forward scored a perfect hat trick in quick succession, scoring in the 64th, 74th, and 77th minutes.

Although Bayern were without several key players, including Jamal Musiala (muscle injury), Alphonso Davies (cruciate ligament injury), and Hiroki Ito (leg fracture), their squad depth proved to be excellent.

Vincent Kompany even fielded the same team that won the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup the previous week.

Manuel Neuer also made history by captaining the team to begin his 20th season in Germany's top flight.

His leadership on the pitch brought composure and experience to the team, ensuring a solid performance across all departments.

Match statistics show Bayern Munich's absolute dominance over RB Leipzig.

xGoals data shows Bayern Munich with a 1.76 chance advantage compared to RB Leipzig's 0.53, demonstrating the quality of the chances created.

Joshua Kimmich's passing efficiency is also commendable, with a score of +4.73.RB Leipzig did have a goal scored by Antonio Nusa, but the goal was disallowed due to movement during a free kick, further frustrating the visitors.

Meanwhile, RB Leipzig's Loïs Openda was recorded as the fastest player in the match, clocking in at 34.42 km/h.

They are now unbeaten in 23 consecutive Bundesliga opening matches, with 18 wins and five draws, their last defeat on the opening day coming in 2001.