Harry Kane kicked off his third season with Bayern Munich with a wet but victorious pre-season win over Lyon. The England captain shared his delight after a 2-1 victory, with two goals from Michael Olise securing the win on a rain-soaked Allianz Arena pitch.
Kane Kicks Off Pre-Season with Victory Amidst Munich Downpour
Harry Kane’s pre-season got off to a drenched but jubilant start as Bayern Munich edged out Lyon 2-1 in their opening friendly at Allianz Arena. The English striker, now in his third season with the German giants, shared a soaked image of himself after the match, along with a playful comment about his love for playing in rainy conditions.
A Solid Start for Bayern Munich
The match itself was played in torrential rain, but Bayern still managed to secure a comfortable win with Michael Olise bagging both goals for the hosts. Lyon fought back with a late goal from Alejandro Rodriguez, but it wasn’t enough to deny Bayern the victory. Kane’s delight was evident as he shared his experience with fans on social media, captioning his post: “Great to be back at the Allianz! Good win to kick off our pre-season preparations. Love playing in this weather!”
Kane’s Growing Chemistry with New Signings
The win also marked a positive start for Luis Diaz, who made his debut for Bayern in the second half. The Colombian winger, who joined from Liverpool earlier this week, was a key part of Bayern’s attack and will add valuable depth to an already strong squad. Kane expressed his excitement at playing alongside Diaz, saying: “I’m delighted to play alongside him. He brings something special to the team, and we saw glimpses of that today.”
The Bigger Picture: Bayern’s Title Defense and Kane’s Goalscoring Ambitions
For Kane, the 2025/26 season holds a lot of promise. The striker, who already boasts 85 goals in his first two seasons with Bayern, will be aiming for more. With the pressure of a first career trophy now off his shoulders, Kane is ready to lead Bayern as they pursue another Bundesliga title and go deep into the Champions League.
In a post-match interview with Sky Sport Germany, Kane said: “The team is hungry and ready. Our squad is strong, and we saw that today. We’ll see that again at the start of the season. I’m ready, and we have a few games before the opening game to get into shape.”
What’s Next for Kane and Bayern?
Bayern will look to build on their win against Lyon as they continue their pre-season preparations. With a strong squad and key signings like Diaz in place, Bayern Munich’s sights are firmly set on retaining their Bundesliga title and advancing deep into Europe’s premier competition. As for Kane, his personal goals remain lofty, and fans will be eager to see how he leads his team in what promises to be an exciting season.
