Bayern München stormed Millerntor-Stadion, delivering a commanding 5-0 defeat to FC St. Pauli. Jamal Musiala's early strike set the tone for a dominant display by the league leaders, who showcased their clinical edge throughout the match.
The match pitted Bundesliga leaders Bayern, sitting comfortably at the top, against a struggling St. Pauli side in 16th place. Bayern arrived with strong form and confidence, while St. Pauli sought crucial points to escape the relegation zone.
Just nine minutes into the game, Jamal Musiala broke the deadlock for Bayern. He expertly guided the ball into the net, capping off a swift attacking move that sliced through the home defense.
Bayern asserted immediate control, dictating play and limiting St. Pauli's time on the ball. The home side struggled to find any rhythm or penetrate Bayern’s organized defense.
Konrad Laimer received a yellow card in the 19th minute for a challenge. Despite this, Bayern continued to press for a second goal, with St. Pauli's goalkeeper making a few important saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
At halftime, Bayern held a comfortable one-goal lead, reflecting their clear superiority. St. Pauli faced an uphill battle, needing a significant tactical shift and a much-improved performance to alter the game's trajectory.
Bayern quickly doubled their advantage after the break. Leon Goretzka found the net in the 53rd minute, extending the lead with a powerful finish. Joel Chima Fujita and Michael Olise both saw yellow cards around this time for separate incidents.
Just two minutes later, Michael Olise added Bayern's third goal. His strike further deflated the home crowd and emphasized Bayern's relentless attacking intent, leaving St. Pauli reeling.
The goals kept coming for the visitors. Nicolas Jackson scored Bayern's fourth in the 65th minute, effectively ending any lingering hopes for St. Pauli. Bayern introduced fresh legs, maintaining their high tempo and attacking pressure.
Raphaël Guerreiro completed the rout in the 88th minute with Bayern's fifth goal. This late strike sealed a comprehensive victory for the away side, highlighting their superior quality.
Bayern's dominance was clear in the statistics, holding 77% possession and registering 20 total shots, with eight on target. St. Pauli managed only six shots, three of which tested the keeper, leading to an xG of 0.49 compared to Bayern’s 3.37.
This crushing defeat leaves FC St. Pauli in a precarious position near the bottom of the table, intensifying their relegation worries. Bayern München, meanwhile, reinforced their grip on the Bundesliga title race, extending their lead at the top.
