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Bayern Munich director Max Eberl did not hold back in his assessment of Zlatko Tripic after the Norwegian side secured a historic Champions League point against the German giants. The veteran forward was at the heart of the drama as Viking FK fought back to claim a stunning 3-3 draw, leaving the Bundesliga heavyweights reeling.
Vincent Kompany has launched a scathing assessment of Michael Olise's conduct after the winger was sent off during Bayern Munich's dramatic 3-3 draw with Viking Stavanger. The French international left his side thin on the ground after reacting to provocation, a lapse in judgement that the Belgian coach described as "incredibly stupid" in the aftermath of the Champions League stalemate.
Viking skipper Zlatko Tripic left Bayern Munich's stars seething after orchestrating Michael Olise's dismissal during Tuesday's pulsating Champions League stalemate in Norway. The 33-year-old winger revelled in getting under the visitors' skin while supplying two vital assists as the hosts snatched a historic point in Stavanger.
Bayern Munich surrendered a hard-fought lead against Norwegian minnows Viking following Michael Olise's bizarre second-half dismissal in a chaotic Champions League encounter. Harry Kane had inspired a dramatic fightback with a clinical brace before the winger saw red, leaving the England captain frustrated ahead of an impending European suspension.
Bayern Munich endured a chaotic night in Norway, fighting back from a two-goal deficit only to concede a late equaliser in a -3-3 draw with Viking. While Harry Kane provided the individual brilliance required to lead the comeback, defensive frailties continue to haunt Vincent Kompany's side.
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