Bayern delivered a professional and polished performance at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, brushing aside Borussia Mönchengladbach in what was essentially a formality in terms of league standings. Already crowned Bundesliga champions, the Bavarians showed no signs of complacency as Vincent Kompany’s team hit the ground running from the opening whistle.
One of the brightest sparks of the afternoon was Michael Olise, who dominated the right flank with his exceptional footwork, pace, and vision. Bayern’s dominance finally translated into a breakthrough after the half-hour mark when Olise once again cut inside with purpose. Weaving past markers, he unleashed an effort that took the slightest deflection off Harry Kane before finding the bottom corner of the net.
The goal, though tinged with fortune, was credited to the England captain, marking yet another milestone in his illustrious career. It was Kane’s 25th league goal of the Bundesliga campaign, and remarkably, the sixth time in his career that he has reached such a tally in domestic league football.
The fairy-tale ending to Bayern’s home campaign was sealed in stoppage time when Olise finally got his reward for a dazzling display. Leroy Sane spotted the winger’s darting run and threaded a precise ball through the heart of Monchengladbach’s defence. Olise coolly slotted home past the goalkeeper to register Bayern’s second of the match and round off a memorable individual and team performance.