In a commanding display of football, Bayern Munich cruised to a 4-0 win over Werder Bremen, with Harry Kane making history by becoming the fastest player to score 100 goals for a club in Europe’s top five leagues this century. Kane’s stellar performance, including a crucial brace, capped off a night that showcased Bayern’s relentless attacking prowess and cemented their strong start to the season under Vincent Kompany.
Kane’s Record-Breaking Night Sets the Tone
From the outset, Kane was a constant threat, eager to influence the game. Early on, he fired two shots on goal—one narrowly missing, the other expertly saved by Werder’s goalkeeper Karl Hein. Both chances stemmed from sharp playmaker Michael Olise, who was instrumental throughout the match.
The breakthrough came in the 22nd minute thanks to a brilliant team move initiated by Olise. His precise left-footed cross appeared to be finished by Jonathan Tah with a back-heel, but video evidence credited Luis Díaz with the decisive touch, giving Bayern the lead. Werder’s defensive strategy quickly unraveled as Bayern pushed aggressively.
Bayern’s Dominance and Kane’s Precision
Kane’s persistence paid off when he was fouled inside the box by Marco Friedl, earning a penalty. The English striker calmly converted his 99th goal for Bayern from 12 yards, marking his 18th consecutive successful penalty in the Bundesliga—an all-time record previously shared with Jörg Butt and Robert Lewandowski.
Bayern continued to press for a third goal after the break, with Serge Gnabry testing Werder’s defense and goalkeeper. Despite some promising moments from Werder, including attempts from Jens Stage and Yukinari Sugawara, Bayern’s control remained unchallenged.
Milestone Moment and Sealing the Victory
The defining moment arrived when Luis Díaz carved through Bremen’s defense and set up Kane for a sliding finish inside the box, securing the striker’s 100th goal for Bayern in just his 104th appearance. This milestone places Kane among the fastest ever to reach such a feat, surpassing legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland.
Bayern’s relentless attacking style persisted, with Díaz nearly adding another and Olise weaving dangerously into the penalty area. Kane’s tireless contribution was rewarded with a well-earned substitution in the 78th minute, as Nicolas Jackson came on to maintain the team’s intensity.
Laimer Caps Off a Stellar Night for Bayern
Konrad Laimer rounded off the scoring with a precise angled strike, delivering Bayern their fourth goal and sealing a comprehensive victory. This win marks Bayern’s eighth consecutive competitive win at the start of a season, a streak not seen since Carlo Ancelotti’s 2016/17 campaign.
While the team’s overall dominance was impressive, the spotlight remains firmly on Harry Kane, whose rapid rise in Bayern’s ranks solidifies his reputation as one of the world’s elite goal scorers.
