Bayern dominated in the opening exchanges against rivals Borussia Dortmund as Gregor Kobel was forced into saves to deny Michael Olise and Luis Diaz, meaning it wasn't until the 22nd minute that they found the breakthrough. Harry Kane headed in his 12th league goal of the season as he held off pressure from Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy to rise highest to meet Joshua Kimmich's corner.
The German champions continued to dominate at the Allianz Arena but struggled to make home advantage count as Dortmund grew into the game after the break. Karim Adeyemi was presented with a great chance midway through the second half following Joshua Kimmich's misplaced pass but the German forward lost his footing at a crucial moment and skewed his effort off target.
As Dortmund pushed forward for an equaliser, however, they were caught on the counter attack as the clock ticked towards the 90. Kane played a superb cross-field ball for Diaz, who then broke down the left. The Colombian fired a low ball across the Dortmund box, which was cut out by Jobe Bellingham. The former Sunderland man struggled to get the ball out from under his feet, which presented Michael Olise with the opportunity to tackle the ball into the back of the net to double Bayern's advantage.
Julian Brandt set up a nervy finish at the Allianz Arena as he halved the deficit in the 85th minute. Brandt was picked out brilliantly by Julian Ryerson as the unmarked forward fired past Manuel Neuer from close range. Dortmund continued to push for an equaliser yet their efforts were in vein as Bayern held out for a 2-1 win.
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