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Bayern's Second-Half Blitz Crushes Leipzig 5-1
17 Jan
Summary
- Bayern Munich scored three goals in six minutes to win 5-1.
- Harry Kane scored his 21st league goal of the season.
- Bayern maintains an 11-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.

Bayern Munich demonstrated incredible resilience, scoring five goals in the second half to secure a dominant 5-1 victory over host RB Leipzig. After trailing at halftime, the league leaders mounted a stunning comeback, including a rapid three-goal surge within six minutes. This remarkable turnaround keeps Bayern's unbeaten streak alive this season.
Key contributions came from Serge Gnabry, who scored his 100th club goal, and league top scorer Harry Kane, who added his 21st of the season to put Bayern ahead. The team's performance in the second half, characterized by increased running and aggressive play, was praised by coach Vincent Kompany as 'old-school mentality'.
The victory solidifies Bayern's position at the top of the Bundesliga, extending their lead to 11 points. RB Leipzig, after leading in the first half, dropped to fourth place following this significant defeat. The match took place on Saturday, January 18, 2026.




